The skin around the original blisters can begin to necrotize (rot away), leaving the body open to secondary bacterial or fungal infections. Put paper towels down and replace as soon as there is waste so no bacteria is bred in the environment. Your veterinarian will need to examine a fecal sample under a microscope or send out a sample to a lab. When cleaning your reptile enclosure remove the substrate and place it into a plastic bag, seal it tightly and place it into an outdoor trash can. Before injecting the solution into the nostrils, place the thumb or index finger of the hand you are holding your reptile with into the soft space just under the jaw and press gently upward, so that you are pressing the tongue gently against the roof of the mouth.

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To ensure the scale rot is eliminated, it is advisable that you carry on with the treatment for a couple of weeks and not stop when you see that your snake is doing better.Reports of reptiles exhibiting toxicity after chlorhexidene soaks are mentioned in the current literature. If the wound is very deep or is around the face or eyes, it is better to have a professional perform the cleaning. However, if you cannot get to a vet, a matchstick or popsicle stick and vet wrap or first aid tape can be used to stabilize the injury until it heals. The best prevention for RNS is to make sure your reptile’s environment is kept within the optimal parameters for their species, and that their diet includes enough Vitamin A.

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They usually require a temperature that exceeds room temperature as it strengthens their immune system, improves their appearance and color vision. A plastic tub with holes punched in it for air may work for smaller reptiles, or you can leave your reptile in a separate room that has been “reptile-proofed,” meaning that anything that is dangerous to him or small enough for him to ingest has been removed.The best way to keep your pet safe from these diseases is by using a reptile disinfectant regularly with every cleaning cycle or after each time you have a new animal in the tank.