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Monday, November 22, 2010

Dropsy


  Accumulation of body fluid in the abdominal cavity is the main cause of Dropsy. This condition may result due to internal infections. All the body scales of the fish will be get pine cone like shape. Acute dropsy can be cured with proper medication. Picture what you see adjacent is a chronic case.
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Causes & Symptoms
  • This condition is caused by a bacterial infection.
  • Poor water quality, overcrowding, and stress can make your fish more susceptible to this condition.
  • If your fish is affected, he may appear bloated and stop eating
Treatment
· Do not add aquarium salt to your tank.
· Use a commercially prepared treatment available at your local pet shop.
Use fragyl tablet
Preventive measures :
  • Change your water regularly.
  • Quarantine new fish for three to four weeks to avoid the introduction of new, dangerous bacteria.
Avoid cross-tank contamination

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