| temps up a little, vets (may do scrapings and will give antibiotics and possiby suggest oral drops
i dont belive it is contagious but i would still keep it seperate to other snakes as you should with all new snakes.
Craig
Found you a bit more info
Necrotic stematosis
Canker is an infection of the gums. It is more commonly seen in captive animals than wild sick animals. It is usually associated with poor hygiene or stress. It tends to be more common in snakes, but can be seen in all reptile species.
Initially, the signs include swelling of the gums and small haemorrhages along the gums. The animal will get yellow-white cheesy matter clinging to its inflamed gums and lose its appetite.
If the disease is detected in its early stages, improving hygiene and reducing the animal’s stress will fix it. Advanced cases will need veterinary attention. The animal’s mouth will need to be cleaned out daily with an antiseptic, and, depending on the severity, may also require aggressive antibiotic treatment. Vitamin C supplements have also been shown to help the animal recover.
Cant find anything that says its contagious though
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