well i apologize, i forgot to get back on here with an update. and bad news.. my big guy didnt make it. after speaking with a few people i know in my local fish club, they said it sounds like even though he was sick it didnt really affect him, and i should have left well enough alone. he died within a day of being medicated and they think the meds shocked his system killing him... it is a bummer to say the least, but thanks again for everyones help and advice