Regular Member goldfishwhitespot Posted April 22, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted April 22, 2015 http://goldfishwhitespot.imgur.com/all/ I've had this goldfish for almost 5 years. I have an improper set up and I am looking to re-home him to a better tank once I figure out what this spot is and treat him. I've tried melafix, pimafix and tetra fungal tabs. It is only a 10 gallon tank, which I realize is way too small. I've been doing about 25% water changes twice a week. I just want to try and get him healthy so I can move him to a bigger tank. Is this fungal? Or a parasite? I just can't seem to fix this, looking for any advice or help. Many thanks in advance. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member GoldenSpoiledRotten Posted April 22, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted April 22, 2015 It says your images aren't publicly available so I cannot see them. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member goldfishwhitespot Posted April 22, 2015 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 22, 2015 Sorry about that, try this link? http://imgur.com/a/J4AvZ 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member GoldenSpoiledRotten Posted April 22, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted April 22, 2015 (edited) That definitely needs treatment. Could you fill out the form in this link and paste it here so that we know what's going on in the aquarium, please? http://www.kokosgoldfish.invisionzone.com/forum/index.php?/topic/116133-help-request-check-list/ Edited April 22, 2015 by ChelseaM 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member goldfishwhitespot Posted April 22, 2015 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 22, 2015 I will do that later today for sure, thank you! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member GoldenSpoiledRotten Posted April 22, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted April 22, 2015 No problem. Once it's filled out, then the Moderators will be able to help you treat the fish. Good luck! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member goldfishwhitespot Posted April 26, 2015 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 26, 2015 Test Results for the Following: * Ammonia Level(Tank) unknown * Nitrite Level(Tank) 0 * Nitrate level(Tank) 40 * Ammonia Level(Tap) unknown * Nitrite Level(Tap) 0 * Nitrate level(Tap) 20 * Ph Level, Tank (If possible, KH, GH and chloramines) 8.0(Ph), 80(KH) 120 (GH) * Ph Level, Tap (If possible, KH, GH and chloramines) 7.5 (Ph), ~60 (KH), 120 (GH) Other Required Info: * Brand of test-kit used and whether strips or drops? API 5 in 1 test trips * Water temperature? 78-80 degrees F * Tank size (how many gals.) and how long has it been running? 10 gallon, has been running 7 years * What is the name and "size of the filter"(s)? Top Fin 10 gallon filter * How often do you change the water and how much? Lately, twice a week and about 25% * How many days ago was the last water change and how much did you change? Today, and 25% * How many fish in the tank and their size? 1 fancy tail goldfish, about 5 inches? * What kind of water additives or conditioners? Top fin tap water conditioner * What do you feed your fish and how often? Aqueon goldfish flakes, about once every day or every other day, small pinch. * Any new fish added to the tank? No * Any medications added to the tank? I tried melafix for about a week, then pimafix for about a week and lately I have been trying the Tetra Fungus Guard tabs a couple times a week for the past week or so. * List entire medication/treatment history for fish and tank. Please include salt, Prazi, PP, etc and the approximate time and duration of treatment. * Any unusual findings on the fish such as "grains of salt," bloody streaks, frayed fins or fungus? Unsure if the mark on my fish is fungus? * Any unusual behavior like staying at the bottom, not eating, etc.? No 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member goldfishwhitespot Posted April 30, 2015 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 30, 2015 Please, anyone, any idea what is wrong? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member GoldenSpoiledRotten Posted April 30, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted April 30, 2015 I just reported the post, so hopefully someone will be by shortly to help. I'm sorry it took so long. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member goldfishwhitespot Posted April 30, 2015 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 30, 2015 I just reported the post, so hopefully someone will be by shortly to help. I'm sorry it took so long. Thanks! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member jmetzger72 Posted May 1, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted May 1, 2015 I'm guessing it's bacterial and/or fungal. I would use Seachem Kanaplex and if you can't get that, try Furan-2. I would also get a pH drop (not strip) test kit and test both your tap and tank pH. The strips are often inaccurate. If the tap and tank pH match (or are close), do a 100% water change before adding the antibiotic. I also suggest switching your water conditioner to Prime to neutralize ammonia and nitrite. Lastly, if you are able, I would suggest getting an API Master Test Kit (drops) to test your pH, ammonia, nitrite and nitrate accurately. If you do this, you won't need to buy the pH Kit separately. Make sure to remove any carbon from the filter while medicating 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member goldfishwhitespot Posted May 1, 2015 Author Regular Member Share Posted May 1, 2015 Thanks! I will get all those things and try that. Any idea how long until he's better? What kind of water changes should I be doing after the complete water change? Is there somewhere I can look to see what pH, nitrite, nitrate, etc all SHOULD be? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helper Arctic Mama Posted May 1, 2015 Helper Share Posted May 1, 2015 Your pH should be in the 7-7.6 range, goldfish like it a little alkaline. Harder water, too, is usually better tolerated. If your water is too soft it is more prone to pH swings and crashes, which are extremely stressful to your fish. Ammonia and nitrite must be zero. They are toxic even in small quantities. I like my nitrates in the 5-10ppm range, though generally anything under 20 is safe. The lower it is the less stress on the fish, but most healthy tanks have low levels of nitrates present all the time, due to feeding, decaying waste, etc. Organic matter directly correlates to that number, and the more decay going on, the higher the nitrates will be. Does that help? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member fantailfan1 Posted May 1, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted May 1, 2015 pH should be above 7, nitrite and ammonia should be 0, and nitrate should be 20 or below. With nitrate being 20 in your tap, you should aim to keep them below 40. Although, again, not so sure how accurate the strips are . . . . I would do WCs every other day as close to 100% as you can. Keep in mind if you treat in your main tank, it may mess with your cycle. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member goldfishwhitespot Posted May 1, 2015 Author Regular Member Share Posted May 1, 2015 Your pH should be in the 7-7.6 range, goldfish like it a little alkaline. Harder water, too, is usually better tolerated. If your water is too soft it is more prone to pH swings and crashes, which are extremely stressful to your fish. Ammonia and nitrite must be zero. They are toxic even in small quantities. I like my nitrates in the 5-10ppm range, though generally anything under 20 is safe. The lower it is the less stress on the fish, but most healthy tanks have low levels of nitrates present all the time, due to feeding, decaying waste, etc. Organic matter directly correlates to that number, and the more decay going on, the higher the nitrates will be. Does that help? Yes, thanks for all the help! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member goldfishwhitespot Posted May 1, 2015 Author Regular Member Share Posted May 1, 2015 Should I keep some artificial plants in the tank, and the bubbler? Is the temperature ok, too? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member fantailfan1 Posted May 1, 2015 Regular Member Share Posted May 1, 2015 Artificial plants are up to you. I'd keep the bubbler. Do you have a heater in the tank? I'd drop the temp to 70-72 (slowly). 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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