shell care help please!

[pdrobber]

so as you may remember, I have a wild caught, pet store bought Russian. I've noticed that on her underside, there are parts of the shell that seem to have some superficial cracks and are able to flake off around them, revealing another layer of shell.
1. Why is this happening?
2. Is this lower layer of exposed shell sensitive for her?
3. Should I try removing this outer layer that gives easily? It looks like I could probably take pieces off in some areas but others are firm and ok. It seems like there could be moisture trapped underneath and that would probably not be a good thing.

I hope she's not in pain or sick

It reminds me of when my RES is growing and sheds scutes but that's not supposed to happen to RTs is it?

 

[MichelleCarrigan78]

Mine had a piece of platron come off too. I figured this was normal because my other (aquatic) turtle do this. I just did some research and I guess this is NOT normal. Maybe someone with more expertise will give us some clues as to why this happened? Also, mine is from Petco too.

 

[Torty Mom]

I am sure someone that can help will be along shortly.

If you could post a picture I am sure that would help them tell you what could be wrong. Pictures really help.

I hope it turns out to be nothing!

 

[Yvonne G]

It might be shell rot. Does it smell bad?