My box turtle's nose is bleeding. Is she egg-bound? What to do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Reptile | Turtle | Female
I have a box turtle and this morning her nose was bleeding a bit. we've had her for 15 yr & never had this happen before. she's moving & eating fine. she has been trying to push out an egg for the last week or so, at least we think she is. I just want to make sure she's okay but vets seem to be closed in my area
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Published on April 7th, 2020
Check the humidity in the enclosed. If ot is too dry, or could cause a minor nose bleed. If she will allow, look for any debris or foreign body in and around the area. It may also be infection (bacterial or fungal) which should be addressed by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles. Since she has been straining, she should be seen by a veterinary. Being egg bound is a potentially serious condition. Veterinary ERs and clinics should be seeing patients. Call ahead. Procedures have likely been modified to prevent or limit contact. You may need to drop Penny off them wait for your veterinarian to call you to discuss exam findings and treatment options.
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Published on June 6th, 2017
If it is a superficial wound, do not worry, you can control bleeding using gentle pressure and some plain corn starch. Keep your turtle out of the water until the bleeding stops. If it doesn't, take it to your veterinarian, the nearest veterinary ER or to a veterinarian experienced in treating reptiles. If it is truly a nosebleed, it should be examined by a veterinarian experienced in treating reptiles to diagnose the cause. This could be anything from"simple" infection to tumors.
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