Yes David, but what if that sore is actually a necrotic wound that needs treatment by a vet? If not treated, it can cause sepsis, and the snake will most likely die.

Or what if the wound is actually a parasitic cyst that needs lanced and removed, and treated with antibiotics?

It "may" be scale rot, but there is no reason to diagnose anything over the internet when no one even has the slightest clue what the illness may be. It's just dangerous.

And NO on the peroxide. It is only good for getting blood out of clothes(and out of animals' fur) and will actually damage healing tissue and prevent regrowth(causes alot of scarring). Soaking in diluted betadine or chlorhexidine gluconate with some gentle but firm scrubbing on the affected area twice a day, let the snake dry, then liberally apply triple antibiotic ointment or silver sulfadiazene cream a few times a day will work much better.

I wholeheartedly agree with the "take the animal to a qualified veterinarian" statement. Best advice anyone can give.
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