I have a yearling eyelash viper that has developed massive swelling on its face in front of the eye, her pit is double its size and the fang area of her head/roof of mouth. It seems to be a swelling of the face rather than in the mouth.There seems to be a slight discharge coming from the pit. The swelling is a few days old.
The snake has not been fed lately so I doubt it's been caused from a scratch or a bite from a mouse, or mouth rot.
The snake is alert and well it this point, and would probably eat if I tried her, thought I would wait for the infection to subside.
Any good advice would be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks.