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Why has my fish got a big belly?

Why has my fish got a big belly?

Dropsy (sometimes called bloat) is not a disease but a condition caused by an underlying health issue like an infection, parasites, or liver dysfunction. It involves the accumulation of fluid in a fish’s body, giving it a swollen or bloated appearance.

What fish disease looks like Ich?

Ichthyophthirius multifiliis is a large, ciliated protozoan that causes “Ich” or “white spot disease.” This disease is a major problem to freshwater aquarists and commercial fish producers worldwide.

Can a fish recover from Ich?

And, as an added bonus, studies have shown that fish who survive an Ich infection show full to partial immunity to further infections. But of course, as with all aquarium illnesses, prevention is the best action.

How do I cure my fish of Ich?

How To Treat Ich

  1. Remove any carbon in the filter before beginning any treatment as it will render the medication useless.
  2. Raise the temperature of the aquarium by 2 degrees C or 4 degrees F.
  3. Add aquarium salt to the water.
  4. Add a medication to the water.

Should I remove fish with Ich?

Ich Theronts have a life span on their own and will perish in 1 to 2 days if they don’t find a host to attach to. This means that if you remove every infected fish from an aquarium that has undergone an Ich outbreak you can realistically expect the water inside to eventually clear from parasites on its own.

How do fish act when they have Ich?

As the Ich infestation progresses, your fish will become lazier and move slower than they normally would. You may even notice your fish lose color. As the infection progresses, fish often refuse to eat.

How long will fish live with Ich?

These white dots usually look like grains of salt. Ich does not kill quickly. Fish are usually infected for 5-7 days before they will start to die.

Will Ich go away untreated?

Ich is a parasite caused by the protozoan Ichthyophthirius multifiliis. Ich penetrates a fish’s skin or gills and creates small white spots on the body. The parasite multiplies and spreads to other fish quickly and is fatal if untreated.

How long can a fish survive with Ich?

How long do fish live with dropsy?

As often as not, the fish will live or die irrespective of drug treatment. Most often a fish with dropsy dies. Perhaps not immediately, but within several months. Indeed, in instances where dropsy is caused by internal infections, the bloating will disappear for a time, only to return a bit later with a vengeance.

How long will a fish survive with dropsy?

Can fish naturally fight off Ich?

Saltwater fish have a number of natural defenses against ich, and if the fish are healthy enough and the outbreak mild enough, sometimes the fish may cure themselves, just as they would in nature. We can assist them to some degree by maintaining good water quality and providing a nourishing diet.

Can healthy fish fight off Ich?

Should I remove fish with ICH?