Post by Browneyes on Apr 22, 2005 13:55:06 GMT -5
Fish Pox
Caused by: viral infections.
Symptoms: Growths that are white, gray, or pink appear on the skin or fins. These lumps have a waxy appearance.
Occurrences: Fish pox mostly affects coldwater aquarium and pond fish, especially koi. The disease sometimes appears then subsides, rarely causing any fish loss.
Treatment/Control: There is no reliable treatment for fish pox. Raising the temperature by 9-18°F can often eliminate the problem temporarily. It is not overly infectious, so there should be little cause for concern.
Caused by: viral infections.
Symptoms: Growths that are white, gray, or pink appear on the skin or fins. These lumps have a waxy appearance.
Occurrences: Fish pox mostly affects coldwater aquarium and pond fish, especially koi. The disease sometimes appears then subsides, rarely causing any fish loss.
Treatment/Control: There is no reliable treatment for fish pox. Raising the temperature by 9-18°F can often eliminate the problem temporarily. It is not overly infectious, so there should be little cause for concern.