Hole above lip

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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?
5
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Do you do water changes?
Yes
What percentage of water do you change?
51-60%
How frequently do you change your water?
Every week
If I do not change my water...
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Is this common in flagtails? The fish has a hole just above its lip. Wondering if this is an injury that will heal on its own or a disease I should tend to.

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I’d assume it’s an injury. I’d keep the water clean and make sure it eats. Can also apply some methylene blue on a qtip to the area.
 
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