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About LinkBacksI have a hatchetfish that may have a bacterial infection called cotton mouth? The fuzz isn't on it's mouth but on its sides. My tank is quite big and difficult to take the top off but I guess I had better get it out or it is my suspicion that it will infect the others.
Any thoughts gang?
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This is a discussion on fuzzy hatchetfish within the Hospital Section forums, part of the Aquarium Related Chat category; I have a hatchetfish that may have a bacterial infection called cotton mouth? The fuzz isn't on it's mouth but ...
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I had something that sounded similar with my betta, it was a fungus though, not bacterial.
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yes, I think it is fungal too. I have removed and euthenised the two that were showing signs. It seems to start with a few raised scales.
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fungus is really easy to treat.... basicly use salt or melafix and your set
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