Shells of the Red-eared Slider or any other turtles can be broken due to injury. These shells are used as protective sheet for skin. Damage/broken shell can expose the skin to may pathogens like bacteria and fungus to cause infection. You should examine the turtle very carefully and note any injury to the skin.
Now many vets leave the broken shell area without any repair work to heal naturally. Only infection or injury is treated. But many vets repair the broken parts of the shell to avoid infections.
In my opinion your local vet can help you about the treatment plan if any. Your local pet stores can give some information which you can share with the vet.
Now many vets leave the broken shell area without any repair work to heal naturally. Only infection or injury is treated. But many vets repair the broken parts of the shell to avoid infections.
In my opinion your local vet can help you about the treatment plan if any. Your local pet stores can give some information which you can share with the vet.