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Disease Treatment 18

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SYMPTOMS
18. Fish's body bloats out (as though full of roe) and, viewed from above, scales stand away from body producing a pineapple-like appearance - most common in Carp family and Anabantids.

DISEASE
1. ODEMA or DROPSY - causal pathogen(s) not certain - possibly multiple fungal/bacterial infection
2. "MALAWI BLOAT" - OCTOZIN.

TROPICAL FRESHWATER & COLDWATER AQUARIA
As soon as abdomenal swelling is noted treat with OCTOZIN. Early treatment is essental.

SEAWATER AND BRACKISHWATER
Extremely rare - treat as above.

GARDEN PONDS
Most frequently found amongst Nishiki koi and goldfishes. Treat as above.

PREVENTION
Improve filtration and system hygiene. Ensure food isn't spoilt before feeding. With large and valuable fishes, the author has achieved much success by treating fish with OCTOZIN where the infection of the viscera is essentially protozoan / bacterial / fungal.


After reading the above please refer to the General Notes for further information.

Please note: If symptoms persist it may be necessary to contact a veterinarian for a prescription treatment.