Snake Consult

{ "Reason for Presentation": "Anorexia and lethargy." "Signalment": "Corn snake, approx. 5 years old, amelanistic, female, desexed." "History": "Been in owner’s possession for": "5 years." "Obtained from": "Local breeder." "Enclosure size": "120cm L X 60cm W X 60cm H" "Basking temperature": "32°C" "Cool end temperature": "24°C" "Night time temperature": "20°C" "Heating setup": "Heat mat controlled by a thermostat set to 32°C. No other heating." "UVB": "No UVB light present." "Substrate": "Aspen shavings." "Hygiene": "Cage cleaned weekly, with spot cleaning as needed." "Humidity/Water availability": "Owner is unsure of humidity. Water is available in a water bowl on the cool end of the enclosure." "Cage décor": "Hides, branches, and artificial plants." "Diet": "Frozen thawed mice, fed weekly." "Supplementation": "None." "Handling": "Handled for 15 minutes, once a week." "Most recent shed": "2 months ago." "Most recent defecation": "3 weeks ago." "Any other animals in the collection?": "Yes, a leopard gecko." "Access to natural sunlight": "No." "Previous medical history/current medications?": "Nil" "Pertinent history": "Snake has not eaten in 3 weeks. Lethargic and hiding more than usual. Owner reports no other changes." "Physical Examination": "Vital signs": "Demeanour – Lethargic" "Weight": "450g" "Body Condition": "2/5" "Integument": "Normal scales, no signs of dysecdysis, no masses, discolouration, lesions or ectoparasites detected." "Eyes and nostrils": "Eyes free of erythema, epiphora and blepharospasm. No retained spectacles. Nostrils are clear with no discharge or retained shed" "Musculoskeletal": "Ambulatory, no kinks, normal strength and function, symmetrical musculature." "Neurological examination": "Pupillary light reflex in both eyes is normal. Mentation appropriate. No abnormal twisting or head position. Righting reflex appropriate." "Coelomic palpation": "Soft and comfortable on palpation, no masses or organomegaly detected." "Cloaca": "No discharge or swelling." "Respiratory": "No crackles or wheezes. Closed-mouth breathing. Appropriate respiratory rate." "Oral cavity": "No signs of stomatitis. Mucous membranes are pale pink and moist. No discharge present (no signs of respiratory disease)" "Heart and lung auscultation": "Not attempted." "Diagnostics": "- Fecal floatation - result pending" "Problem list": "Anorexia, lethargy, underweight." "Assessment": "Possible anorexia secondary to husbandry issues or underlying illness." "Treatment": "- Offer assisted feeding with a small mouse, daily." "- Provide supplemental heat with a heat lamp, set to 32°C." "Plan": "Repeat fecal floatation in 1 week. Discuss husbandry with owner. Recheck in 1 week." }