First time dealing with RI

[JoRandom]

So, my juvenile ball python, Darwin, seems to have developed a RI. Loud breathing, lots of yawning, bubbles in mouth, acting weird during feedings. I am now kinda worried and not sure how to proceed. Should I go to a vet? Are there at home procedures that are recommended? What can I do in the mean time to help alleviate any symptoms. Would sitting with him in a steamed bathroom for an hour or so a day do anything? (A friend mentioned it, so I thought I'd ask about it)

Please help. I'd love some advice. Im very worried and scared for my baby.

Anyone know any herp vets in the North Tampa, Florida area?

[PitOnTheProwl]

Vet, yes
Steam, no
Fogged, can help

[rafacacho]

Antibiotics. If you feel capable IM baytril every 48hs, 6 shots, rest a week and 4 shots again. Its easy to do. I had saved lots of snakes, even a 180grms king with a severe necrotic mouth with worms with baytril. If you need more specifics pm me. Dont waste time, bacteria keeps growing.
Put the temp up a degree or two and raise the humidity a bit also.

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[JoRandom]

Ok, thanks guys. I found vet in area but he cant see Darwin till tues or Wed, strying to keep him comfortable till then.

[Rickys_Reptiles]

In the meantime raise his heat and humidity. If you can only do one, then raise his heat.

[JoRandom]

Ok. Thanks. Trying my best not to panic.


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