Urgent Care :: weeping noise?

[Glencoe]

Ok well my turtle lately has been making this weeping noise when it breaths. its not all the time, but sometimes it makes it and its really weird. any ideas?

[steve]

Could you describe it as a slight wheezing? Could be a sign of an overweight turtle and is usually of no concern (except for the weight).

[Glencoe]

it seems normal. its only an inch and a bit long. maybe i am feeding them too much. thing is one of my turtles drowned a while ago but its fine now. which i think is the one weezing.

[steve]

Its not unusual for some to make breathing and croaking noises. There's rarely a good explanation and the only thing to do is to keep an eye out for other symptoms.

[Glencoe]

its just the croacking abd sometimes its deeper, sometimes its high pitch.

[Glencoe]

his weezing is sounding different today. he might be dying... any other input would be greatly appreciate. i dont want my RES to die.

[Az^FolkSinger]

Please take him to a herp Vet asap

[steve]

Are there any other symptoms, especially a difference in appetite or activity? How long has this been happening and does it happen during basking?

[Glencoe]

he never makes the noise during basking, only in the water. and they both bask and have the same energy. by the way i have two turtles. sometimes he makes the noise and sometimes he doesnt. usually in the morning and in the late evenings. 3 seconds at a time. and they both eat normaly. thanks for the responses.

[marisa]

If the turtle making the noise is the one that nearly drowned, water no doubt got into his lungs, and it is possible that they aren't fully cleared. I'd keep a careful eye on him just in case something develops. Better yet, consider that vet visit.

If, as you said, he does it in the water, is he close to the glass when he makes the sound? Sometimes breathing close to the glass will result in a sound (like when you blow into the neck of a bottle). But given his history, the vet would be your best option, I think.

[Glencoe]

ok well i just made an appointment for 4:30. ill see whats up with my little guy. thanks for the help and ill keep you guys posted.

[marisa]

Good luck with him.

[Emily]

yeah, good luck from here too. I hope he makes it

[Glencoe]

lol my turtle's name is squirt too. cool

[Az^FolkSinger]

So what did the doc say? everything ok with squirt?