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Hi Everyone,

I found these on my ball python and can't explain what they are. Does anyone know?

Any help is appricated.

Dave

It is rather hard to say what these spots are. How long have they been apparent? Is this a wild caught snake?...lol, just kidding. It does have a passing resemblence with snake mite dermatitis. Perhaps have a close check in and around your collection for the pests.

Without being able to pinpoint what is going on, I"d vaguely suggest a skin infection (dermatitis) of whatever caused it. The snake's history (how long apparent, otherwise doing fine? ect) will determine if this is cause for immediate concern. If no rush, I would compare this photo to one after the next shed and see if it is getting better or worse.

They just appeared recently, about 1-2 wks ago. I had mites and bathed all in Nix and washed down the containers bleach 'n water, wiped down the racks with Nix. That was about 6wks ago or so. I checked quite a few and no one has them. I will keep checking but is there something I can do to coat her down? the sores look well, sore. I have mineral oil, polysproin (sp), etc. Just wondering what it is before I do anything so as not to aggravate the situation.

Any help is greatly appricated.

Dave

I don't have a clue as to what the spots may be but after reading what happened to Stevodod and his snake (scrowl down to March 17th) I would suggest taking your snake to a herp vet. Don't mess around with it.