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Using UTH with Vivarium Electronics VE-200 thermostat, and CHE on a dimmer to boost ambient temps a little because house is cooler in winter. Thermostat set to 96F at probe (aluminum taped underneath enclosure), gives me about 92F basking spot. Checked with IR thermometer.

So likely this is normal in preparation of more urates being produced? Never saw this in my BP I had years ago, that's why it raised some concern.
Excellent. Just looking at one of the main differential possibilities. Glad we can rule that out. Fantastic work. Any change in the coloration or firmness of the protrusion? Beautiful reptile btw.