Common Dragon Fish Skin Diseases: Prevention and Treatm

Common Surface Diseases in Dragon Fish

1. Scale Erosion

Scale erosion in dragon fish is typically caused by poor water quality, aging, and a deficiency of vitamins, which leads to damage of capillaries after the scales stand up. The symptoms usually begin at the edges of the scales, and after prolonged corrosion, the surface of the scales may develop wormholes, severely diminishing the fish's ornamental value.

To address this issue, it is crucial to immediately improve water quality by changing the water and increasing the temperature. Additionally, adding a suitable amount of aquaticspecific vitamins to the water for treating the affected dragon fish is recommended. It is essential to use aquaticspecific vitamins and not human oral vitamins, as the latter are only beneficial for human absorption and are not absorbed by fish. Pet owners should be cautious about this. Although scale erosion does not pose a threat to the fish's life, it significantly affects its ornamental value. Treatment with Japanese yellow powder can help control and treat the condition, and with improved water quality, the scale erosion can generally be resolved. However, dragon fish with severe scale erosion may leave scars after recovery, which can be gently removed in small batches.

2. Epidermal Desquamation

Epidermal desquamation in dragon fish is often due to the introduction of new fish into the tank, excessive water changes, or fluctuating water quality. In such cases, the dragon fish's body may exhibit desquamation, where the epidermal membrane peels off. Since the scales are directly exposed to the water when the dragon fish desquamates, it is generally not advisable to use salt treatment. Instead, adding a suitable amount of Japanese yellow powder to the water can be effective. However, in severe cases of desquamation, treatment with Aoshen Dragon Fish No. 4 and penicillin may be necessary.

3. Fin and Tail Rot

Fin and tail rot in dragon fish usually results from fighting among the fish or poor water quality. The damaged fins and tails of the affected fish may show signs of bleeding, swelling, and redness. If the condition is not severe, medication may not be necessary, and the "old three methods" can be employed. However, if the condition is severe and shows signs of progression, treatment with Japanese yellow powder, A agent, and other medications may be required.

Dr. Oxygen Pet has listed some common surface diseases in dragon fish and their related prevention and treatment methods. We hope that pet owners will remember the causes of these diseases and take precautions to reduce the likelihood of their dragon fish becoming ill.