If it is found that the Indian leatherback turtle has rot skin disease, the first step should be dipped in a medicated bath for disinfection. Generally, povidone-iodine is used for disinfection. The ratio of 5% povidone-iodine solution to water is about 1:500. , the water temperature is about 28 degrees, and the medicated bath time is 10 to 15 minutes.

After the second step of medicated bath, put the Indian leatherback turtle Dry the surface water to prevent the turtle from getting cold due to water evaporation and heat absorption. Then apply 5% povidone-iodine solution to the affected area and dry it. The ambient temperature also needs to be maintained at about 28 degrees during dry maintenance.