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'''Hypothermia''' in reptiles can lead to cellular necrosis (of [[Lizard ~~Skin Diseases~~|digits and tail]] for example) and should be taken seriously. Metabolic processes are slowed (ie. CNS) and consequences can be degenerative changes within the peripheral nerves and ischaemia as a result of vasoconstriction.

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'''Hypothermia''' in reptiles can lead to cellular necrosis (of [[Lizard Avascular Necrosis of Digits or Tail|digits and tail]] for example) and should be taken seriously. Metabolic processes are slowed (ie. CNS) and consequences can be degenerative changes within the peripheral nerves and ischaemia as a result of vasoconstriction.

*Hypothermia cases should be gently warmed in the same manner as described above.

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