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mark143
Egg

United Kingdom
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Posted - 28/07/2013 :  12:57:25  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
I have read that some snakes show signs of respiratory infection during the shedding cycle, that clears within hours after shed.
is this common?

ScaryVonHayleystine
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United Kingdom
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Posted - 28/07/2013 :  13:33:27  Show Profile  Visit ScaryVonHayleystine's Homepage  Click to see ScaryVonHayleystine's MSN Messenger address  Reply with Quote
I couldnt tell you for sure, but my two havent had it since ive had them.
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ScalySituation
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Posted - 28/07/2013 :  13:39:15  Show Profile  Visit ScalySituation's Homepage  Click to see ScalySituation's MSN Messenger address  Reply with Quote
I think it's just the loosening of the skin inside the nostrils, causing the whistling and clicking associated with an RI
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ScaryVonHayleystine
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Posted - 28/07/2013 :  13:40:51  Show Profile  Visit ScaryVonHayleystine's Homepage  Click to see ScaryVonHayleystine's MSN Messenger address  Reply with Quote
If you are worried about your snake getting this, just keep a close eye. If it doesnt relieve after the shed, then contact the vet to be safe :)
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mark143
Egg

United Kingdom
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Posted - 28/07/2013 :  15:32:42  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
Thanks.
I haven't experienced this yet, was just curious.
Edited by - mark143 on 28/07/2013 15:33:21
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