So my ball python just arrived two days ago (he's a rescue, about seven years old and close to four-ish feet in length) and I noticed his eyes look like they have clear, dried scales covering them. they look like retained eyecaps and the person I got him from said his eyes look like that even after he sheds. it doesn't look normal and Im not sure what I need to do.. I would get a picture but he won't let me see his eyes yet

Updated On February 26th, 2020

Pet's info: Reptile | Python | Male | 7 years and 1 month old

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

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By your description, it could be retained eye caps. Some snakes that go through difficult sheds or have been subjected to poor husbandry may retain multiple caps. Try soaking him in a warm bath for 20-30 minutes. Afterwards, use a cotton swan to dab a drop of mineral oil onto each eye. One or more caps should come off within 24 hours. If not, have him examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles.

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