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My boa has blisters on its back after shedding. Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Reptile | Boa Constrictor | Male

My Brazilian Red Tailed Boa just shed and when my boyfriend took him out so I could get the skin he noticed 3 liquid filled bumps/blisters on his back. I'm scared it's something serious. Please help me

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on June 13th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Hercules and including photos, although out of focus. Blisters can be due to getting too close to the heating element (if over-head), infections, previous bite wounds, just to list a few. If seems to be bothering Hercules or increases in size/number, a veterinary visit should be scheduled. Good luck.

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