Reddish pink growth on pectoral fin

[Masterseck]

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?

40ppm

If I did not test my water...

1. ...I recognize that I will likely be asked to do a test, and that water tests are critical for solving freshwater health problems.

Do you do water changes?

Yes

What percentage of water do you change?

21-30%

How frequently do you change your water?

Every two weeks

If I do not change my water...

1. ...I recognize that I will likely be recommended to do a water change, and water changes are critical for preventing future freshwater health problems.

My texas cichlid has a reddish pink growth on the pectoral fin where it connects with the body. Can anyone advise what this is and how to deal with it? The other side is normal. I do about a 20 to 30 percent water change every 7 to 10 days.

Water parameters:

pH: 7.4
Ammonia: 0
Nitrite: 0
Nitrate: 40ppm
Tank temp: 83 F

 

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It could be Lymphocystis or ulcer.
kno4te will be able to help.
In the meantime, increase your water changes to at least 50% or more each week. You want to keep nitrates as low as possible. And best way to do that is replacing the old water with new clean water.

 

[Masterseck]

It could be Lymphocystis or ulcer.
kno4te will be able to help.
In the meantime, increase your water changes to at least 50% or more each week. You want to keep nitrates as low as possible. And best way to do that is replacing the old water with new clean water.

Thank you! I'll try this and hopefully it'll help.