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Oldherper- I spoke with the Vet again...

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Posted by: lolaophidia at Fri Feb 13 18:41:08 2004   [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by lolaophidia ]  
   

Still no definite diagnosis, though he mentioned possible Crypto and my heart just sank. We're waiting for the rest of the labs and if I can get a fecal sample I'll take it in for additional tests. I did some more reading on Crypto and it really doesn't sound good. The vet said he felt that if the female was also infected that she wouldn't transmit Crypto on to the eggs. I haven't found anything to confirm this though. Worst case scenario- if the tests are positive for both snakes, due to the fact that they can carry the disease and zoonotic potential, should I consider possible treatments or euthanasia? I hate to even ask but I feel it may be the most responsible option.

Also- any ideas on how the snake might have become infected? I purchased the pair a year ago and prior to this instance they've seemed to be in great health. The female laid twice last spring and summer.
Lora


   

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