Hole in the head recoery

[MelH]

Hi, does anyone know if the holes in head of a discus close over in time after the fish recovers from the disease?
Any ideas to help the fish recover? Thanks..

[Kyla]

the holes do close, but dependig how deep they are they could leave scars. do u have a picture of the fish? can u fill out the questionnaire posted above and give the forum some more info about ur tank and the steps u may have already taken?

[Akili]

There are a number of causes for hole in the head and they are treatable when the hole are in the early stages.The fish will recover over time. Follow this link ( 3 pages) for causes and treatment .....................http://www.simplydiscus.com/library/disease_medications/internal/hith.shtml

[MelH]

Thanks for your input guys. Have medicated already with o conditioner and done large water changes, now onto a anti bacterial med called melafix in hope that no bacteria infection starts!!!!!

[CammieTime]

Did the holes eventually close up?