discus with patch missing on side of face

[jim LI]

I just noticed 1 of my discus has a small patch of skin missing on his face. he is acting normal and eating. it could have been spooked and crashing into a tank decor. is there anything i can use to prevent infection and promote healing?

thanks,
jim

[jmf3460]

add some salt to the tank, that will help with the healing process. keep very clean water that's about it. just monitor and make sure it doesn't get infected which it wont if you are keeping up with your water changes.

[jim LI]

Thanks Jacklyn..

[Phillydubs]

+1 but really observe, if it starts to get worse you may need to QT and take a stronger course of action. I once lost a gorgeous cuperia cross when I small wound kept getting worse even w water changes and salt. Usually it works and I have had great success with it, but at times it doesn't so be mindful keep a close look. can you post pics?

[jim LI]

Phil,
I'll post 1 as soon as i can.

Thanks

[Chicago Discus]

I have found the best treatment for external injuries is salt (1-2 tbsp/10 gal) and Furan-2 according to directions.

[jim LI]

bruise.jpg

Here is a pic of the bruise . you can see the square just next to the eye.

[Phillydubs]

Does it seem to be getting better or showing any signs of healing? That one looks a bit nasty... You have a hospital tank?

[jim LI]

i just noticed it yesterday, so i haven't noticed anything yet, i do have a qt tank which i have other discus in now i can move it to. but i think i want to wait a few days to see if the salt treatment helps.

thanks

[RogueDiscus]

Yeah, that looks like a good size wound. Even if the salt helps I bet it'll take a while to heal.

[jim LI]

Update. so far, the wound hasn't gotten worse and the fish is active and eating. thanks for all the replies.

jim

[Phillydubs]

Has It gotten better or stay the same ??

[jim LI]

The wound looks like it stayed the same. i check every morning and night. i will stay vigilant..

thanks