How big is your turtle? Standard Carapace Length: 6 In.
How long have you had it? 6 Years
What is the water temperature? 78 Degrees F
Did you use a thermometer? Yes
Are you using a water heater? Yes
How much water is in there? About 20 Gallons
Current Tank: 40 Gallon Tank
Tank Width: 48 In. W
Total Tank Depth: Around 17 In.H
Water Depth: 8 In. (Add 2 In. to Carapace Length)
Length: About 17 In L
Are you using a water conditioner? Yes
Are you using any filtration? Yes
What is the basking temperature? 84 Degrees F
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? Large Zoo Med Turtle Dock
Is there a UVB light? Yes
What have you been trying to feed it? Vegetables and Pellets
When was the last time your turtle ate? This afternoon
How big is the tank/pond/enclosure?
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? No
About 30 days ago, I was cleaning the tank. I placed Shelldon in a grey plastic tub that I usually place her in when I clean the tank. The week before, she had gotten out so I filled it with less water than usual. However, she still got out and scraped her head. The skin was peeled back but still attached. I put her back in the tank, and after a day, the skin was fused back, though it left a mark. It has been 30 days. THough the skin is still fused, with no signs of loosening, I can still see the border where the skin was originally peeled, and it is slightly lighter in color, leaving a visible "mark". I've talked to a vet, and he said that though he could not really know for sure without looking at it, it didn't seem like anything to worry about. I have talked with several pet store and vet consultants and they all say not to worry. I'm still worried though even though there is no redness, swelling or any change in behavior. Will this "mark" eventually go away?
http://imgur.com/EZ0en1Z You can see it around the left-middle of the head below the eye
Thank you.
