It seems his temps are actually a little low. Or they are fluctuating a lot. I would invest in a thermostat, or a rheostat. 77-70 is a big fluctuation, and if that's only the ambient, there could be more on the floor of the tank. Also, they really don't need a day/night temp change, and I think anything below 75 is dangerous, but someone correct me if I'm wrong. Do you have the correct size UTH for the size tank? Good luck at the vet, and you could also put some neosporin in him for now (without pain reliever). It might sooth any soreness he has.
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