Hello All! A few weeks ago, Shelldon seemed to have some loose skin on her head. I took a look at her today and the area seems to be white now, so it may have been a scrape. I am very concerned that it could be a skin infection or something similar. I have attached photos of what the area on the head initially looked like, and what it looks like now. I took her to the vet for a possible digestion problem at the time it was not white (the digestion problem has been solved now), and the vet said it did not look serious at the time. I have a vet appointment scheduled for Wednesday, but any information is good information in the meantime. I am very hesitant to use betadine or other medicine since it is so close to the eye.
The skin was like a "flap" initially, and I left it as is, so it could be something as simple as "the skin fused back on" like a band-aid or a scab or something like that. I am worried about the possibility of infection though.
Thank you
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 23.3 Gallons
Current Tank: 40 Gallon Tank Breeder
Tank Width: 17 In. W
Total Tank Depth: Around 17 In.H
Water Depth: 10 In. (Add 4 In. to Carapace Length)
Length: About 48 In L
Are you using a water conditioner? Yes
Are you using any filtration? Yes
What is the basking temperature? 88.2 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? Oasis Turtle Ramp (Large)
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