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snake not eating

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Question
hello i have a corn snake he's like 15 years old and he won't eat. i'm sure i have everything he needs in 30 gal tank such as a safe heater rock hiding spots and stuff for him to climb on and fresh water everyday. i have a mouse in there now but he won't eat it, he already shed like a week ago, he hasn't eaten anything in 2 months, could he be dying? well hope you can help thanks

Answer
is it a live mouse?  If yes you should not feed it to him.  Feed him pre-killed rodents.  He may have an infection.  Take him to the vet to get some medication and ask them their opinion.  The only option may be to forve feed him but you should seek profesional help from an experienced reptile keeper.