Thread: Flaky Plastron
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Old 18-06-2017, 09:36 AM   #4
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Just make sure she is not sitting on damp grass or plants, as they could encourage bacteria. If she were mine I would probably pull of the flaky bits gently. And bathe the area in diluted iodine, so it looks like cold tea. This will stop any infection setting in.
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