I read most of the reply's, and this thread seems to be going in all sorts of directions, with only one common denominator; this is not likely to be IBD.

I concurr with this; but not much else that was said.

1) My biggest complaint is the idea that veterinarians would risk an animal with slow or improper treatment to get more money. Whoever suggested this should grow up and your experiences are probably related to you being cheap. The #1 reason why proper diagnostics are not used immediately is due to cost concern from the client.

2) I know I don't have the whole story, and you may be relaying information wrong but... based on what you have told us I would consider getting a more herp experienced veterinarian; ask for a referal if you'd like. Why? Antibiotics should only be given if a bacterial infection is suspected, and then ideally, only once a culture and sensitivity has been done. (I realize that this takes time and in rush situations an antibiotic will be given until results are in from the lab). Baytril is not given in relation to liver problems, in fact, this is quite contraindicated. As mentioned, Baytril can cause tissue necroses, so ideally it should be given orally after one injection. I realize this is a challenge when dealing with a regurging snake, thus the pro's and con's must be weighed. Your veterinarian will have taken this into consideration.
3) Forget treating with flagyl and nutri-bac until indicated by your veterinarian. As mentioned, flagyl has it's place. Nutri-bac is questionable and the effeciecy of probiotics in general is someowhat unreliable.

You have been advised to be patient, and I believe this is the most important information given so far. In the meantime, try to digest what I, and the other posters have said, and decide what information suites you and your animal the best. Good luck
Ian

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