my snake had a large bubble in his mouth idk if its uri or not what do you guys think
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BUBBLE IN SNAKES MOUTH!!
triton20x
Jan 06, 2010 05:36 PM
Replies (3)
afcinc4747
Jan 06, 2010 07:02 PM
bubble as in saliva most likely ri
afcinc4747
Jan 06, 2010 07:05 PM
if it is ri increase heat, alot going around now that it is really cold
PHLdyPayne
Jan 07, 2010 04:16 PM
Bubbles in saliva doesn't instantly mean respiratory infection, it could simply be air trapped in saliva. If there are bubbles of yellowy mucus coming from the nostrils or corners of the mouth, wheezing etc, then it would be signs of an upper respiratory infection. If the snake is excessively drooling, has inflamed gums, a 'cheesy' white buildup around the teeth etc. then its more likely to be mouth rot.
One large bubble or a few small ones is normal, if its foamy, the it is more likely a URI.
Observe the snake for unusual behaviors..head and neck held upwards for long periods of time (don't confuse this will just trying to scale the walls of the cage), wheesing, lack of appetite etc. Or if you just want to be sure, take him to a qualified reptile vet for an examination.
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