I definitely understand and can relate to your concern. As a fellow forum poster told me, first take a deep breath, hold it for five seconds, and let it go. Had an emergency of my own tonight.
Don't freak out. If your BP is still alert and active then you have time to assess the issue at hand. My BP used to be strangely ridiculous when it came to eating. Could never get it down the right way and it scared the soul out of me. Though he's always been fed FT he was crazy with his food. I had to teach him how to eat. I've seen blood and struggle, but it always comes down to the food's demise. I have seen a seemingly dead mouse tragically destroy a BP from the inside out after a live feed performed by a breeder friend of mine by no fault of his own, which is why I always always always recommend frozen thawed (and it's illegal to feed live in many regions in Europe), but your BP was proactive in initiating a final kill. Don't worry about the wobble, mine does it all the time and it's probably just a feeding adjustment in this unique situation.
It's hard to transition stubborn eaters to FT but in the long run it's worth it. At least consider it. The benefits outweigh the risks in my opinion. I'm so sorry you had to experience this! But as the responders have said, don't worry. Just monitor closely and take a peek in the mouth tomorrow if any bleeding persists. I doubt it will. Just look out for vertical and/or open-mouthed breathing and lascerations. Infections are no good. But again, stay calm. BPs are more resilient than they make themselves out to be! Everything will surely be fine.
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