Severum Prolapse

Ash02

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Hello,

My gold severum has had a pretty dramatic prolapse for the past 5 days. I've dosed the tank with 1 table spoon of Epsom salt per 10 gallons during this time, but haven't seen any improvement. How long should I continue this for? At this point, is there much hope that he will recover?
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Ash02

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Anyone have suggestions? I hate seeing him like this. His stress bars are starting to show.
 

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Ash02

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Thanks RD! Based on your advice in that thread, I should be able to double my dose of Epsom salt. Could that cause any problems for my geophagus or Columbian tetras?
 

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I wouldn't think so, but always best to add gradually.
 
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