Ok- this is the first time I've even suspected that I have an issue with my calking. Note the lump just north of the cloaca and the regurgitated mouse. I don't know enough to make a good diagnosis here, need some help. Thanks!
chris
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Sick snake?
chrisclendenen
Mar 29, 2015 09:34 PM
Replies (3)
chrisclendenen
Mar 29, 2015 09:35 PM
Guess I don't know enough to get the pic to post, either- try again
FR
Mar 30, 2015 02:45 PM
Any history? I think a vet visit is needed. Something is causing that lump, held egg, ovum, or other. So yea, a vet could help.
chrisclendenen
Apr 11, 2015 06:27 PM
Thank you for the reply. I'm not a breeder, just a guy with a snake. I've owned it about six years now. This snake was thought to be a male by the person who gave it to me, and it has never given any hint otherwise. It was just under four feet then and hasn't grown much, if any. It has never had any problem of any kind until now. Eats and sheds regularly, even now he's active. I've provided an extra hide in case he's a she and wants a nest. I palpated the area; there was no indication of pain, and the area is soft, not turgid. I agree that a vet visit is in order, but finding one with herp smarts may be a tough assignment
chris
