I Have a red foot tortoise. Ill try to be brief. Inoticed 1 1/2 years ago approxamately, a sore by the ear. It appeared to be a small bite mark from another smaller redfoot. It healed in a few days. I never saw them fight just assumed. About 8 monthes ago the same thing in a new larger enclosure, again no visible biting. It was same side of head. Still I didnt think too much just clened it up, kept an eye on it and it healed in a few days. Now today, I noticed it for a third time. I feel its too much to be a coincidence. I have recomended temps in enclosure, automatic mister with good humidity, and humid hide boxes. Iam following Turtltary guidelines with food and protein also. I have never seen any of my torts bite each other. I remembered years ago having a 3toed box turtle with a large shooter marble sized abcess. Iwondered if this could be the start of one. Do you think I should take him to a vet? I know that antibiotics alone usually dont work. How long does it take for an abcess to ripen for removal? And lastly the tortoise is eating and acting normally. Thank You for the help.