At first i thought it might be from getting scratched by rocks or from getting into fights, but it dosen't look like those kind of scars. It looks like tiny little red sores and they are on his under belly. Could it be a body ulcer? If not, what do you think it is? How can i help him? Thank you in advance!
2007-02-16 09:45:37 · 4 answers · asked by here_4_1_day 1 in Pets ➔ Fish
no its not body infection cheak the water its in the water
2007-02-23 01:42:43 · answer #1 · answered by xxsanxx 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont listen to "jigadee" red spots does not = ich. I would say either an ulcer, like you said or it could be a parasitic worm. The best medicine for any aquarium is from the SeaChem product line. They have a bottle of "Para Guard" liquid solution to treat ALL infections: Parasitic, Bacterial, Viral & Fungul.
Be sure to identify the infection first. Some medications need after medications to prevent further slime coat damage.
If you can't locate a solution online, go to the best LPS in town and ask the owner (not some 16yr old employee).
Also :
Tapeworm Larvae (Cestoda)
Not commonly seen in fish, but can be introduced in tubificid worms as food. They then become adults in the gut of the fish, usually about 3mm in length. Not seen very often in the aquarium, but if seen there are commercial cures available, best to consult a Vet.
And:
Red Pest (Bacterial)
Red pest is so called because of the red streaks that occur on the skin, that may lead to ulcerations, and fin or tail rot, causing parts of the fins or tail to actually drop off. This bacteria infects the fish internally and externally, and treatment is not usually effective. If fish are only lightly infected you can try to eradicate this problem by sterilising the aquarium with Acriflavine or Monacrin. Giving the aquarium a good clean up is also helpful, feed lightly whilst treating. Personally I would not bother with treatment as by the time you notice this bacteria it is usually well advanced, and the fish are already suffering.
Good Luck!
2007-02-24 08:51:36 · answer #2 · answered by sonicachic311 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you are probably right. An ulcer caused by a bacterial infection. I would suggest you treat with Furanace or Marycn for at least 10 days. Remember to remove the carbon from your fiter while you treat and to do about 50% water changes every 2 days during the treatment.
Best of luck!
MM
2007-02-16 09:59:45 · answer #3 · answered by magicman116 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds Like ICH
2007-02-23 15:19:59 · answer #4 · answered by jigadee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋