Reptile Mouth Rot
Inflammation of the mouth is technically called Stomatitis or mouth rot. This condition affects the pharynx or esophagus and the oral cavity. This conditions develops when stress or inappropriate regulated temperature in the living space, overcrowding, having parasites internally and/or externally, trauma or poor nutrition. All theses types of stress weaken the immune system and leave the reptile susceptible to becoming sick.There are many symptoms to mouth rot. They do vary from case to... more...
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