The DVM performed an X-ray and a fine needle aspirate of about 3 cc's of clear fluid that he'll send off for Cytology and Aerobic C&S. He doesn't have a clue (which I guess makes me feel better for not recognizing the symptoms). The X-rays just showed a paler ovoid white mass at the location of the swelling. Once we get the lab results back- hopefully we'll know more. ARGHHH! $343.75 So much for buying new Boaphile cages anytime soon...
Lora

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