Halfbeak - head injury

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Have you tested your water?
Yes
If yes, what is your ammonia?
0
If yes, what is your nitrite?
0
If yes, what is your nitrate?
30
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Do you do water changes?
Yes
What percentage of water do you change?
21-30%
How frequently do you change your water?
Every week
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I have this half beak that had a small cut/ injury to the top of his head, probably from hitting some of the driftwood during territory disputes. It was very minor so I assumed it would heal on its own since the fish was acting its normal self and had a good appetite.

Since then the wound opened up more as if the skin was peeling away, but he was still eating and acting normal.

yesterday, I noticed the bump that formed and now he is no longer eating and resides to the bottom of the tank. I have added salt, but is there anything else I can do?
 
Doesn’t look or sound to good. Maybe too late. Would add some maracyn2 if you can find it. Clean water.
 
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