Post by Browneyes on Apr 22, 2005 13:49:49 GMT -5
Dropsy: also known as Malawi bloat
Caused by: viral and/or bacterial infections, as well as metabolic and nutritional disorders
Symptoms: protruding scales and swollen body, causing a "pinecone-like" appearance.
Occurrences: Dropsy can occur in individuals in a healthy environment or fish which are in otherwise poor condition.
Treatment/Control: If possible, separate affected individuals in a quarantine tank. Treat with MelaFix or PimaFix. If treatment seems ineffective, treat with Furan 2 or Triple Sulfa.
Caused by: viral and/or bacterial infections, as well as metabolic and nutritional disorders
Symptoms: protruding scales and swollen body, causing a "pinecone-like" appearance.
Occurrences: Dropsy can occur in individuals in a healthy environment or fish which are in otherwise poor condition.
Treatment/Control: If possible, separate affected individuals in a quarantine tank. Treat with MelaFix or PimaFix. If treatment seems ineffective, treat with Furan 2 or Triple Sulfa.