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History taking and physical evaluation require a methodical approach. They are the basis for the differential diagnosis list, the selection of diagnostic aids and form the foundation for treatment. The diagnostic workup in an unfamiliar species such as a snake or lizard will hopefully present no problems to the clinician experienced with other animals.

History taking and physical evaluation require a methodical approach. They are the basis for the differential diagnosis list, the selection of diagnostic aids and form the foundation for treatment. The diagnostic workup in an unfamiliar species such as a snake or lizard will hopefully present no problems to the clinician experienced with other animals.

[[Lizard Physical Examination|See here]] for information on physical examination of lizards.

*For information on physical examination of lizards, see [[Lizard Physical Examination|here]]

*For information on physical examination of snakes, see [[Snake Physical Examination|here]]

==History taking==

==History taking==

A thorough history is an essential part of the clinical examination since most problems are related to inappropriate husbandry. History taking has four parts - '''signalment, husbandry evaluation, patient health review''' and the '''presenting complaint.'''

A thorough history is an essential part of the clinical examination since most problems are related to inappropriate husbandry. History taking has four parts - '''signalment, husbandry evaluation, patient health review''' and the '''presenting complaint.'''