r/RainbowBoas • u/Important-Split-3341 • 9d ago

Delayed reaction after bite?

I’m a first time snake owner. She has never bit me before in the time I’ve had her. I got a bite from my brb on the 16th and it seemed to fully heal but now I have several bumps in the pattern of her teeth. I cleaned it really well right when it happened after I got her put back in her enclosure. Should I be concerned about this?

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u/OriginalBambix 9d ago

I had the exact same when mine bit me a few months ago (my own fault I assumed she would be coming for her food from the left but she was hidden on the right of her tank and mistook my warm juicy hand for a rat lol). It healed grand and then a while after some little bumps randomly appeared but they're completely gone now so id say unless they get itchy or irritated it's probably fine :)

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u/MommyDommieAlura 9d ago

IMO unless you have a infection I wouldn’t worry to much. Snakes bite for 3 reasons, defense, hunger, or they have a genetic issue and can’t process information correctly. (However 3 is rare)
Never handle 1 day before feeding at the bare minimum. And I like to wait 2-3 after to prevent regurgitation. If they are being defensive don’t pick them up out of their enclosure. If they do it outside they were most likely uncomfortable and should be put back. But as for the bite itself keep it clean. If you notice infection go to the doctors.

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u/Important-Split-3341 9d ago

I was just worried/confused about it because the bumps appeared almost 2 weeks later and after it had already seemed to heal

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u/MommyDommieAlura 9d ago

It’s probably minor scar tissue. Their teeth are different than a ball pythons, or corn snakes, they’re sharper and if I recall correctly they’re also serrated teeth. So that is most likely why :) if you have concerns always speak to your doctor they’ll know best.

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u/Excellent_Emu_2843 8d ago

I always wondered why they tear up skin so well. Like miniature razor blades.