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I have an Az. Mtn King, female adult. About 4 weeks ago she started to regurgitate her meals (F/T pinkies/fuzzies), about 2-3 days after eating. She still eagerly takes them, but she is noticeable thinner, and I'm now concerned.
Please let me know what to do.
Thanks
Rob

Have you determined the cause of the regurg? I believe causes are too low temps, handling too soon and internal parasites - if I remember correctly.

I do recall hearing that you should not feed again for something like 2 weeks after a regurg.
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Well the first step would be to stop trying to feed her. Regurgitation really tears up the upper digestive tract and, until it heals, any food offered will probably be gurged also. I'd wait two or three weeks and try feeding her something very small. Make sure the temps stay warm. If she regurgitates again, I'd take her to the vet. If this is a very young snake you might just want to go ahead and go to the vet.
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