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Metabolic Bone Disease
Symptoms include weak bones, deformities, and lethargy. Treatments involve calcium and vitamin D3 supplements, proper UVB lighting.
Respiratory Infections
Symptoms include wheezing, mucus discharge, and difficulty breathing. Treatment may involve antibiotics and improving enclosure conditions.
Shell Rot (Turtles & Tortoises)
Symptoms include discoloration, softening of the shell, and bad odor. Treatments include antibacterial and antifungal medications, and proper husbandry.
Parasitic Infections
Symptoms can include weight loss, vomiting, and diarrhea. Treatments include antiparasitic drugs and improving enclosure cleanliness.
Thermal Burns
Symptoms include blistering and redness of the skin. Treatment involves proper wound care and adjusting the heat source to prevent recurrence.
Dystocia (Egg Binding)
Symptoms include straining, lethargy, and lack of appetite. Treatment may involve calcium supplements, hormone injections, or surgery.
Nutritional Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
Symptoms include swollen jaws, tremors, and rubbery legs. Treatment includes correcting the diet, calcium, and vitamin D3 supplements.
Mouth Rot (Stomatitis)
Symptoms include excessive salivation, bleeding gums, and mouth discoloration. Treatments include topical and systemic antibiotics.
Abscesses
Symptoms include swelling and pus accumulation. Treatment involves draining the abscess and administering antibiotics.
Hypovitaminosis A
Symptoms include swelling of the eyes and skin, respiratory issues. Treatment includes vitamin A supplementation.
Hypothermia
Symptoms include lethargy, poor appetite, and slowed digestion. Treatment revolves around slowly raising the body temperature.
Hyperthermia (Overheating)
Symptoms include restlessness, panting, and drooling. Treatment involves gradually lowering body temperature and providing hydration.
Fungal Dermatitis
Symptoms include skin lesions, discoloration, and shedding issues. Treatment involves antifungal medication and improved husbandry.
Gastrointestinal Obstruction
Symptoms include vomiting, inability to defecate, and a swollen abdomen. Treatment could include surgery or laxatives.
Chronic Dehydration
Symptoms include sunken eyes, loss of skin elasticity, and lethargy. Treatment involves providing adequate water and improving humidity.
Cryptosporidiosis
Symptoms include weight loss and regurgitation. Treatments are limited but include improving husbandry and potentially antiparasitic medications.
Septicemia
Symptoms can include lethargy, anorexia, and redness of the skin. Treatments often involve aggressive antibiotic therapy.
Mite and Tick Infestations
Symptoms include visible mites or ticks, scratching, and skin irritation. Treatment involves topical miticides and thorough cleaning of the enclosure.
Dermatitis
Symptoms include redness, swelling, and possible blistering of the skin. Treatment includes antibiotics and antiseptics, plus cleaner habitats.
Vitamin D3 Toxicity
Symptoms include weight loss, vomiting, and calcification of soft tissues. Treatment requires stopping supplementation and supportive care.
Pneumonia
Symptoms include difficulty breathing, loss of appetite, and lethargy. Treatment includes antibiotics and supportive care such as nebulization.
Salmonella Infection
Symptoms may not be obvious but can include diarrhea and weight loss. Treatment includes antibiotics and maintaining a clean environment.
Gout
Symptoms include joint swelling, decreased movement, and kidney failure. Treatment involves medication and dietary management.
Color and Pattern Changes
Symptoms include changes in skin color or pattern that are not related to normal shedding. Treatment requires diagnosing the underlying issue.
Neurological Disorders
Symptoms include abnormal behavior, circling, or seizures. Treatment is based on the cause, which can range from infection to trauma.
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