Caretta Rose 93 Posted January 12, 2019 On Jan 5, I noticed some small white pustules on the tail fin of one of my goldfish. I gradually raised the salt to 0.3%, reaching 0.3% on Jan 7 and they have both been in that concentration since then. I am not noticing much change in this bumps. What should be my next course of action? They are due for a wc on Monday. Do I replace the salt and go to a higher concentration? Or just replace the salt as it is and continue to wait it out? And also to note...My last topic was about my other fish having a split tail fin with a grey mark. It started to heal on its own without the use of salt but it has left a scar on the fin. Photos here: https://imgur.com/gallery/8EQ2Nz8 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arctic Mama 3,625 Posted January 12, 2019 I’m not sure I see the bump in the pictures, but the tail looks streaky and red? Can you link to the other thread so I can refresh my memory? And this is a different fish than that one, correct? we will need you to fill out the disease diagnostic form again as well Test Results for the Following: * Ammonia Level(Tank) * Nitrite Level(Tank) * Nitrate level(Tank) * Ammonia Level(Tap) * Nitrite Level(Tap) * Nitrate level(Tap) * Ph Level, Tank (If possible, KH, GH and chloramines) * Ph Level, Tap (If possible, KH, GH and chloramines) Other Required Info: * Brand of test-kit used and whether strips or drops? * Water temperature? * Tank size (how many gals.) and how long has it been running? * What is the name and "size of the filter"(s)? * How often do you change the water and how much? * How many days ago was the last water change and how much did you change? * How many fish in the tank and their size? * What kind of water additives or conditioners? * What do you feed your fish and how often? * Any new fish added to the tank? * Any medications added to the tank? * 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? * Any unusual behavior like staying at the bottom, not eating, etc.? 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Caretta Rose 93 Posted January 12, 2019 Hi Taryl, I should know better! See below... This fish is always wiggling and gets so excited when I'm close to the tank, so getting photos is difficult! LOL. Photo attempts below.... 1 hour ago, Arctic Mama said: I’m not sure I see the bump in the pictures, but the tail looks streaky and red? The bumps are along the part of the tailfin that 'folds'. I've circled the area here in these photos. There is some faint red streaking as well. Can you link to the other thread so I can refresh my memory? And this is a different fish than that one, correct? we will need you to fill out the disease diagnostic form again as well Test Results for the Following: * Ammonia Level(Tank): 0 ppm * Nitrite Level(Tank): 0 ppm * Nitrate level(Tank): 10 ppm * Ammonia Level(Tap): 0 ppm * Nitrite Level(Tap): 0 ppm * Nitrate level(Tap): 0 ppm * Ph Level, Tank (If possible, KH, GH and chloramines): Not available * Ph Level, Tap (If possible, KH, GH and chloramines): Not available Other Required Info: * Brand of test-kit used and whether strips or drops? API Freshwater Master Test Kit, drops * Water temperature? Approx 18C (64.4F) * Tank size (how many gals.) and how long has it been running? 75 US Gallons, running since Aug 4 2018 * What is the name and "size of the filter"(s)? Fluval FX6 * How often do you change the water and how much? 90% approximately once per week, give or take a day * How many days ago was the last water change and how much did you change? Jan 5 2019 * How many fish in the tank and their size? Two goldfish (Approx weights: calico 83g, Gold 91g). Fish in question is the calico. * What kind of water additives or conditioners? Seachem Prime each wc * What do you feed your fish and how often? Various foods, once per day. Fast one day per week. 1) Hikari lionhead mini-pellet (staple), Omega One sinking goldfish pellets (occasional), assortment of fresh leafy greens (mainly kale or spinach) once per week, frozen bloodworms (once per week) * Any new fish added to the tank? No * Any medications added to the tank? Salt started on January 5 2019, gradually raised to 0.3% on January 7th * List entire medication/treatment history for fish and tank.Please include salt, Prazi, PP, etc and the approximate time and duration of treatment. Prazi treatment during initial introduction of both fish to the aquarium on Sept 8 2018. Salt, see above. * Any unusual findings on the fish such as "grains of salt," bloody streaks, frayed fins or fungus? Faint bloody streaks in tailfin along with white "bumps" or pimples * Any unusual behavior like staying at the bottom, not eating, etc.? Behaviour appears normal, active and eating. 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Caretta Rose 93 Posted January 14, 2019 Any thoughts on what I should do? 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites