Treatment methods for big-headed turtle rotten skin:

1. When a big-headed turtle shows symptoms of rotten skin, it needs to be isolated first to prevent it from infecting other turtles.

2. Use iodophor to wipe the rotten skin area of ​​the big-headed turtle, and then apply erythromycin ointment for treatment.

3. When the rotten skin of the big-headed turtle is serious, the area is large, the depth is deep, and the bones can even be seen, you can use povidone-iodine to disinfect. You can use sterilized cotton balls to apply red on deep wounds. Amoxicillin is stuffed into the wound, and the outer layer is applied to seal it. In addition, amoxicillin is used for medicated bath.

Methods to prevent big-headed turtle skin rot:

1. Water quality. Do not use sunken wood in the breeding box. After soaking, the sunken wood will release a large amount of humic acid, which can easily cause the turtle's skin to rot.

2. Bask your back. Big-headed tortoises like to bask in the sun, which can prevent skin problems. Mild skin rot can also be cured by basking on the back.

3. Environment. Stable and quiet, it gives the turtle a sense of security and prevents stress-induced skin rot.

4. Temperature. A sudden drop in temperature will cause the turtle's skin and armor to rot. When the temperature drops, you can use a heating rod to adjust the temperature.