My old corn snake has a chin lump. Is it sagging skin or serious?

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hi there I have a 13 year old corn snake that's on the heavy side I rescued him around 3 months ago but since his been back home his developed a lump under his chin as his getting on I wasn't shore if it was just his skin sagging or if I should take him for treatment the photo isn't the corn snake in question but what it looks like thank you kind regards. Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Male | 12 years and 10 months old | 2.2 lbs

Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

This is an issue that people notice every so often in their snakes, but there is not a definitive answer as to what it is. In some cases it will simply be sagging post feeding or it can be associated with a shed. However, in some cases in can be an indication of disease such as a mouth infection or respiratory problem. If he appears off form to you with any behaviour change or signs such as mouth gaping or discharge, I would take him to a reptile vet for an examination. Otherwise I would monitor him and see how it goes.

My old corn snake has a chin lump. Is it sagging skin or serious?

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