If you want to do it, you should. I can't say it would be a waste to try because it is a living creature, but know that the snake may not make it. I personally wouldn't because I hate seeing them like that and I hate dealing with it. It takes a lot of time, emotion, and patience. It's like RIs, sometimes no matter what you do, no matter how many shots you give them, how many trips you make to the vet, the snake still ends up dead. It's really frustrating and I prefer to avoid problem snakes if I have the option.