just reading about treating a snake for mites and i see were u can soak your snake in water with betadine (povidone-iodine) solution. i have an appointment on monday for my bp to see a vet. should i try this in the meantime or just wait. I have only found one mite/tick on the snake so far, but i did notice a ver very small "dot" in one of the heat pits of my snake and it was moving around. lastly, is betadine something u can get over the counter? it also says to dab mineral oil over the snakes eyes and pits after it is done soaking.