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    My BP has an RI

    I've been monitoring my ball python for the past few weeks because every now and then he would show small signs of an RI. I kicked up his temperatures and watched him for any changes, but now I'm 99% sure he has a respiratory infection. He has no bubbles or mucus, he never refuses a meal, he's not lethargic or losing weight, so I don't think it's too severe. But, every now and then I catch him wheezing or gasping for air, and he's been "yawning" more frequently since yesterday.
    Does anyone have any recommendations on how I can treat this, or should I just go straight to a vet?

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    Re: My BP has an RI

    Quote Originally Posted by Hannahrenee View Post
    I've been monitoring my ball python for the past few weeks because every now and then he would show small signs of an RI. I kicked up his temperatures and watched him for any changes, but now I'm 99% sure he has a respiratory infection. He has no bubbles or mucus, he never refuses a meal, he's not lethargic or losing weight, so I don't think it's too severe. But, every now and then I catch him wheezing or gasping for air, and he's been "yawning" more frequently since yesterday.
    Does anyone have any recommendations on how I can treat this, or should I just go straight to a vet?
    If you think it's a RI it's time for a vet.

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    Re: My BP has an RI

    Quote Originally Posted by Hannahrenee View Post
    I've been monitoring my ball python for the past few weeks because every now and then he would show small signs of an RI. I kicked up his temperatures and watched him for any changes, but now I'm 99% sure he has a respiratory infection. He has no bubbles or mucus, he never refuses a meal, he's not lethargic or losing weight, so I don't think it's too severe. But, every now and then I catch him wheezing or gasping for air, and he's been "yawning" more frequently since yesterday.
    Does anyone have any recommendations on how I can treat this, or should I just go straight to a vet?
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