Posted: Mon Aug 01, 2005 12:03 pm
Since he's becoming lethargic and doesn't want to eat, he should be brought to a herp vet. (Look at the links under the sticky for locating a herp vet if you don't have one/don't know of one.) In the meantime, bump up the water temp to 81-82F and the basking area to 90-92F (the increased warmth will help him fight the infection). Make sure he's not in any drafts/breezes (including AC).
Cod liver oil with help with a Vit A deficiency, but not directly with a respiratory infection. You could try applying a little with a q-tip on the eyelid, but it does sound like your turt has an RI.
Let us know what happens.
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