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My goldfish has white spots. Is it Ich? How do I treat fish disease?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Fish | Unknown - Fish | Male

Its 3 days since I buyed 3 goldfish and today I see white spots all over there body . I even checked there body but the white spots are nt coming out. What to do and what has happened to them?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 12th, 2017

This is due to a parasite (protozoan) infection. It can only be attacked by medications at a very specific point in their life cycle. Medication can work during what is called the "free phase," when the parasite is multiplying. Anti-parasitics medicine should be of the antibiotic type, specifically for anaerobes. Ask your local veterinarian or pet store for a prescription. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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