Originally Posted by
captainandy
You might be surprised to learn that a fish’s immune responds is very similar to that of ours.
If you presented to me I would either recommend to do nothing or pop it with a fine needle. In no circumstance would I recommend adding antibiotics. Esentially since you don’t know sensitivities.
Our fish are loaded with bacteria, fungus and other parasites. It’s usually a stressor to the environment that induces a pathological state. Mamma Bear, you posted recently that you perform self surgery.
If you can self treat, you can certainly do the same on your fishy friends.
If anyone lives near me I’d be happy to make house calls with my bag of needles