Fishy Fungus Problem

[cyberkat]

I have a female Creamsicle Mollie that has a white moldy looking fungus on her. I have tried using Pimafix & Fungus Guard as well as Melafix (a time or two for open sores that will develope from the fungus). I just have this one sick fish that I can't seem to get well. Any suggestions on treatment meds since the above have not worked? This fish has had this fungus off and on for over 4 months, she's a fighter and I want her to win this battle!!

 

[ashleynicole]

Have you tried isolating her to a separate hospital tank with a little salt and maybe daily water changes? Or do large daily water changes in your main tank.

 

[cyberkat]

I actually do have her seperated in her own tank. I can give the salt and daily water changes a try though; good idea. Thanks Ashleynicole!!

 

[jlk]

Does it look like tufts of hair growing or is it more of a white film? Can you possibily post a pic?

 

[cyberkat]

It looks like a moldy film. Having camera issues so I can't help with a pic, sorry.

 

[jlk]

Ok, give the salt & frequent water changes a try & see if there any improvement. If you dont see any change or if it starts to get worse, then you can try a course of antibiotics. Granted, the primary ingredients in the fungus guard are antibiotics but they are common & not quite as effective as some others available. Keep us posted!

 

[cyberkat]

Ok, if the salt & water changes don't work which antibiotic should I use? Hopefully I won't need the new antibiotic but if I do I'll know what to buy!! Thanks for your help.

 

[jlk]

I would try something a bit stronger than what you did use. Kanamycin would be my first choice (Seachem's Kanaplex or Kana-Pro from national fish pharmecuticals). Maracyn 2 (minocycline) would be my second choice which is carried in most petsmart chains. Good luck & keep us posted!

 

[cyberkat]

Thanks again!!