Pet snake swollen body, labored breathing, thrashing in enclosure, refusing food

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A pet snake showing body swelling, breathing difficulty, and refusal to eat may be caused by eating food that is too large or overeating, or by discomfort from bacterial or viral infection. Because the snake has breathing difficulty, it is best to take it to a veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment promptly to prevent suffocation.

While waiting to see the vet, avoid excessive handling of the snake’s body to avoid causing it more stress and pain.

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