WLP getting tested for Inclusion body disease.

[Albert Clark]

Has he still been in isolation? Also you said the vet wanted to do a fecal exam last fall, did they look for crypto or just hookworms? Crypto is a different test and even then false negatives are possible since it only shows up if the critter is actively shedding the parasite.

Run your hands along his mid-body. One of the last symptoms of crypto to show up is mid-body thickening. You might feel it before you can see it.

Wow! What a story of ups and downs! Thanks to OP for all those accounts and updates, thanks Bogertophis for all the steadied concern and support. bcr229 thanks for being the consummate professional with your advice and support as well. This reptile has been through quite a bit. I was thinking when he was on the antibiotics and going through the weight loss that maybe we could’ve considered soaking in H2O to help with hydration and kidney support. Along with the tube feedings. Although uncertain how and if it would’ve changed what’s happened up to this point.

[Albert Clark]

Cloacal tissue being as absorbent as a sponge. Drinking water as well.