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Step 1
Swollen eyes: Place Gentocin drops (provided by your veterinarian) into the turtle's eyes. Do not use standard eyedrops. After doing this, you should give your turtle a supplemented diet. To find the best diet for your turtle and its conditions, speak with your veterinarian or a knowledgeable sales associate at your local pet store.
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Step 2
Skin wounds: Treat the area with Betadine solution. Keep the turtle dry and warm. Soak it two times a day for about 1/2 hour in warm water. If the condition does not clear up in a few weeks, contact your veterinarian.
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Step 3
Shell sores: Remove the turtle and place it in a very dry place. Soak the turtle two times a day for about 1/2 hour in warm water. Apply Betadine solution several times a day. If you can, take your turtle to your veterinarian since shell sores can take months or even years to clear up.
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Step 4
Sneezing and coughing (often): Take your turtle to the veterinarian immediately. It will most likely need X-rays and antibiotics. However, if your turtle is sneezing occasionally, this is perfectly normal.
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Step 5
Not eating: If your turtle is not eating, try a different type of food. A sales associate at your local pet store can help you determine what you should give your turtle based on its type and environment. If you have tried a different food and your turtle has not eaten for over 2 weeks, take it to the veterinarian.
