Burns all over snake - what should I do?

I went to camp for two weeks and my mom said she would care for my snakes. I said:

1. Fill water bowl everyday
2. Feed all snakes every week, 2-3 mice each
3. clean tanks weekly

I came back today, and found this:
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[IMG]http://i1240.photobucket.com/albums/...7/IMG_1281.jpg[/IMG]
http://i1240.photobucket.com/albums/...7/IMG_1282.jpg
http://i1240.photobucket.com/albums/...7/IMG_1283.jpg


She had put the heat rope into the tank (unregulated) I'm in the process of getting a herpstat, and let it hang down into the tank. Im not very angry, but I'm a little frustrated, and very sad. What should i do? This burn looks so bad and I feel very bad for my snake. I think that a vet visit is in order, but what should i do before then? Thank you for all the help in advance.

omg look at the face wow that look so bad! i think you should visit the vet asap i am no expert but.. feel sorry for him man!

Get him to the vet ASAP. Seems like very bad burns. I would ask your mom to help as well. Let us know how he turns out, poor little guy. Looks painful

Do not hesitate take it to a vet!

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the snake should get to the vet asap as in like now. keep it dry you dont want any bacteria growing on the open wounds.

Run... Don't walk to the nearest vet. If you call an explain the situation, a vet should be able to get you an appointment today.

Thanks guys... I will schedule one today. I am so ashamed...:tears::tears:

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Originally Posted by masonhall

Thanks guys... I will schedule one today. I am so ashamed...:tears::tears:

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Don't be, accidents happen. Getting to the vet is the best thing you can do. Ball pythons are hardy little guys. Hopefully with some antibiotics and a few sheds your snake should be back to normal.

Get that herpstat!!

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Originally Posted by Kaorte

Don't be, accidents happen. Getting to the vet is the best thing you can do. Ball pythons are hardy little guys. Hopefully with some antibiotics and a few sheds your snake should be back to normal.

Get that herpstat!!

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^^ This. Fingers crossed for a speedy recovery. Keep us posted!

I wish I had not looked at those pics. So sad. I hope he gets better for you.