There are many reptiles that feed on live rodents. Because of this, rodent bites are a major cause of various injuries and infections in reptiles. Symptoms and Types Reptiles suffering from rodent bites...
Shell Fractures The shells of turtles and tortoises act like a second skin, protecting the interior of their body. Therefore, if a reptile's shell is crushed or fractured, it needs to be treated immediately...
Septicemia Septicemia is a bacterial infection of the blood, and it is a commonly diagnosed disease in reptiles. The bacteria can spread to multiple organs throughout the body and cause widespread damage...
Flagellates Reptiles are as susceptible to infections as any other animal. Some are carrying parasites and display symptoms. Others do not show any symptoms. One such microscopic protozoan parasite which...
AURAL ABSCESSES Tortoises and turtles, especially box turtles and aquatic species, are at risk for developing middle ear infections. Untreated infections commonly lead to the development of solid pus in...
Stargazing describes an unusual body position that is seen in some reptiles, especially snakes, which suffer from a disease or injury that inhibits the normal function of the central nervous system (i.e.,...
