I've had my turtle for a few weeks now, it was unexpected so I wasn't able to get a proper tank until recently. I noticed before getting the tank that there was a section on her shell that was turning black. I thought things would be okay once I get the proper equipment but I've seen no improvement, in fact I think its getting worse. It has other areas turning black now too, and the original black patch looks like its peeling. I tried doing some research and assumed it was shell rot, I've been keeping my turtle out of the water for a few days now to let it dry and I've been applying hydrogen peroxide but it doesn't seem to be improving. I'm not even really sure that it's shell rot, it doesn't quite look like the pictures I've seen online, I'm so confused. Please help!
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How big is your turtle? 1.5 inches
How long have you had it? 2-3 weeks
What is the water temperature?
Did you use a thermometer? No
Are you using a water heater? No, heating lamp
How much water is in there? A little under 10 gallons
Are you using a water conditioner? Yes
Are you using any filtration?yes
What is the basking temperature?
Is there a basking light? Yes
Is there a basking platform that is easy to climb on? Yes
What kind is it or what is it made out of?
Is there a UVB light? Yes
What have you been trying to feed it? Pellets
When was the last time your turtle ate? Yesterday
How big is the tank/pond/enclosure? 10 gallons
Is the tank near a window? No
Is the tank in a room with a lot of activity? No
Have you read the Basic Care section? Yes
Have you searched the forums for similar situations? Yes
Is there any other unusual activity/symptoms? My turtle didn't eat for the first time today
