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Post Posted: Thu Apr 04, 2013 8:36 pm   Possible Shell Rot and or Fungus

I have neglected my turtles, due to my current school schedule, i have feed them though. During this time i think one of them has developed shell rot or fungus. Their water is not clean due to the filter clogging. I know i messed up but i have since cleared my schedule and want to know what is wrong with my turtle. He is 7 years old and has not had a problem like this from what i recall. I will try to post pictures as soon as i learn how to, as i am new to here.

He has large whiteish spots on the shell, it appears as if it is really dry.

i have no idea what it is or how to treat it please help
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Post Posted: Fri Apr 05, 2013 9:51 am   Re: Possible Shell Rot and or Fungus

It mostly looks like fungus, are there any soft or smelly areas?
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Post Posted: Fri Apr 05, 2013 1:59 pm   Re: Possible Shell Rot and or Fungus

It has a musk like smell to it
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Post Posted: Sat Apr 06, 2013 12:33 am   Re: Possible Shell Rot and or Fungus

The fungus hasn't spread much at the point but it moves quickly. I would address all the problems with his filter/tank then treat the fungus.
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Post Posted: Sun Apr 07, 2013 5:20 pm   Re: Possible Shell Rot and or Fungus

Thank you for your help
i started treatment today
i'll post some progress photos in a few days, when things start to change

i've also cleaned their entire tank and fixed the filter
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