Very early stages of ICK?

[JJman1698]

Hi guys I have noticed two of my fish rub against objects in their tank. Although it is not frequent it is still a concern. None of the fish in the tank have signs of white spots. None are acting different or not normal. They eat very well and are very active.

The water perimeters - Everything is 0
Temp - has been increased to 88 degrees.

My question is should I start with salt? or just do water changes every other day at 50% or more? or do I do both?

Please Help as this would be devastating if I lose any of my fish......

Thanks,

 

[JJman1698]

OK, I read that if fish "flash" or rub against things it doesn't necessary mean they have Ich. My question would be as a precaution should I still use salt?

 

[mr.bigglesworth]

Check for scratches on the fish. Its probably NOT ick there's no need for the temperature boost some parasites and funguses prefer higher temps. My datnoid once did this. I just left it alone for a week and he stopped. He was fine. Also check for loss of scales, decoloration and for positive results pictures REALLY HELP none of us care if its a bad shot its the fishes health that's a concern not the beauty.

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[golcondorus]

I agree with the last post, probablly not ich at this point. I always get concerned when I see my fish "flash" against something but unless they are always doing it I don't think you have a problem. Imagine if you just had a normal itch but had no hands to scratch with, you would probablly rub against something. If they are constantly doing it I would be worried. But you are probablly fine


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[JJman1698]

Here are a few pictures that I just snapped for reference.


This picture you can see some discoloration below his fin. I am not sure if this is something to worry or just the start of peeling.

 

[aiezzi]

It could also be velvet. My pbass started flash rubbing so I thought I was ich. Started treatment then I notice internal bleeding, I could see alot of blood heading towards their fins and started to worry bad. They had also lost thier color and faded real lightly. I have 2 tems and 1 occeil. I am using copper power green. So far it has been working their appetite has came back and I have noticed no more flash rubbing. Copper power green treats a whole bunch of different parasites and diseases. I would recommend that or copper safe.


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