Patsy G
04-25-2003, 12:29 PM
Hi All,
Things have been going well for my fish since I've increased water changes to 50% every other day. Earlier, one of the four was showing some evidence of parasites, apparantly from poor water quality. I returned home a couple of days ago, however, to see they were all showing small signs of trouble. I suspect one of my kids accidently 'freaked' them out and they injured themselves by bumping against the tank sides. Aside from small scrapes, it wasn't too bad. The biggest guy however seemed to have an eye injury as there was an irregular small white mark across one of his pupils. I increased water temps and added salt at 1 tbsp./5 gallons to assist healing. Everybody looks fine, but now it appears that the big guy's eyes are protruding. As this is in early stages, I have just some doubt....but they do appear to bug out more than usual.
I read through previous postings and info and note that high temps. are not advised, and so I've turned the heater down to its usual 84° unless your advice differs. I'm about to do a water change.. I appreciate all help.
Thanks! Patsy
Things have been going well for my fish since I've increased water changes to 50% every other day. Earlier, one of the four was showing some evidence of parasites, apparantly from poor water quality. I returned home a couple of days ago, however, to see they were all showing small signs of trouble. I suspect one of my kids accidently 'freaked' them out and they injured themselves by bumping against the tank sides. Aside from small scrapes, it wasn't too bad. The biggest guy however seemed to have an eye injury as there was an irregular small white mark across one of his pupils. I increased water temps and added salt at 1 tbsp./5 gallons to assist healing. Everybody looks fine, but now it appears that the big guy's eyes are protruding. As this is in early stages, I have just some doubt....but they do appear to bug out more than usual.
I read through previous postings and info and note that high temps. are not advised, and so I've turned the heater down to its usual 84° unless your advice differs. I'm about to do a water change.. I appreciate all help.
Thanks! Patsy