i got a 1 year old ball python from a friend of mine, because he had moved in with his gf, who hated the idea of having a snake, ive been around them for years, but am still learning a lot as far as husbandry.

i got him a week ago, cleaned his cage - it was pretty messy, and a few days ago he started showing signs of a pinkish belly with drying out scales on his belly. now i read that pinkish belly is a sign of soon to shed, but i also read that an overly pink belly could possibly mean some sort of infection or bacteria?

i have his first vet appointment tomorrow at 6 PM, but just wanna run it by you guys, cause im sure you can shine some light on this question of mine?



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any help or advice would be much appreciated! cheers guys