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Thread: Thermal Burn Along Underside. HELP!

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    QuoteOriginally Posted by vangarret2000 View Post
    How often has these burns berms happening and how long have you owned the snakes? Take some pictures if the burns to post because this really just sounds like your snakes are shedding, not getting burned. He could possibly have a burn but what you posted above are all signs of a normal shed processe as well so there is a possibility the snake might be fine. Again post some pics of the burn to get others opinions.

    I also agree your round thermometers are a waste. Get rid of them and get a thermometer with a probe or a temp gun. And a rainforest Exxo terra heat pad SHOULDN'T get hot enough to burn the snake. But you should have a thermostat or rheostat on it just to be safe because they can malfunction.
    They do seem to happen quite regularly. I've had my male since early last September and my female since January. His temperament and behavior don't change other than he's a lot calmer during his potential burn. I will post a couple pictures this evening.

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    Is it sensitive to the touch?
    Does it show any blistering, scabbing or wound like appearance?
    If not & its just pink it could just be the shed cycles?

    If its not warm enough to burn your hand when in contact for an extended period as mentioned its not hot enough to burn them.
    I also suggest getting a cheap temp gun to know exactly what the temps are in a second, its way easier to monitor & check things with one.
    In five minutes you can check multiple setups hot & cold temps etc. & be sure they are in the desired ranges, Mark
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    He sheds like every two months, is that normal? Do they go through growth spurts? It doesn't seem sensitive, no blisters or scabs. His belly scales are very pink and look like they are a little wrinkled... Any thoughts?
    Sorry about all the questions, guys, I'm a new Python owner.

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    can you post pictures?
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    This is what he looks like as of an hour ago.
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    I don`t see anything wrong in the picture. It looks like it`s going into a shed.

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    Your snake is going into shed. Look at the blue eyes you should see a shed in a week or two nothing to worry about. I would still get a proper thermometer and check your temps.
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    OK yep, Might want to work on the humidity some though.
    Misting when in shed or a humid hide or both work well along with a dish large enough to soak in, some snakes will, some will never do so, Mark
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    That's great news. Thank you so much for all the info guys!

    ...I can stop freaking out now.

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