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Diseases/ illnesses
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Here are some definitions of diseases. Once again, everything here only applies to Salt water fish. I'll try to get some pictures of the diseases posted later.
Fins are torn or frayed at the edges, There may be a whiteish color on them as well. Popeye- Eyes may be cloudy, there may appear to be a blister on the eye. Also area around eye may be a bit dark and the eye will protrude a bit. Dropsy- The fish will hide, will not eat, has a swollen body and may appear sluggish- Ulcers- Sores, Bleedng, or red streaks on body Mouth and body fungus- Greyish white stringy material covering most of the body and mouth; white or grey patches.
Velvet-
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Bacterial: For bacterial infections, I recommend concurrent use of the medicines Maracyn and Maracyn 2 in a hospital tank for about a week. This will usually heal all bacterial infections. If infections persist, Bring the tank to hyposalinity levels and continue treatment as needed. This treatment is unsafe for corals and invertibrates.
Now for the disclaimer :P
WARNING
The Saltwater Aquarium Fanpage and it's owners/affiliates are not responsible for any
fish/other mortalities or failures that the above "mentioned" treatments may cause. | ||||