My betta has bulging eyes, white film, and fin rot. What else to do?

Question

My betta fish is typically highly energetic and had a full, long tail. Recently, however, his eyes have become enlarged, almost bulging, and has had a white film over him. Just last night I noticed his tail is very sparse, so I ran out to get a medication for ich, treated the bowl, and he seems to be better today, swimming around instead of just laying on the bottom, and actually eating. I just want to ensure there's nothing else I should be doing. Thanks! Pet's info: Fish | Unknown - Fish | Male | 2 months and 10 days old | 0 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Ich typically presents as tiny white dots all over the body. The white film may have been a fungal infection and the eyes may have been affected by a secondary bacterial infection. The Ich medication may have had an ingredient(s) that treated the infection even if it wasn't Ich. Maintain water quality and temperature (78F - 80F) and dissolve 1 teaspoon of plain aquarium salt (NOT table salt) per gallon of water into the tank. This will aid healing and can treat minor bacterial/fungal infections. Treat for 7-10 days then perform water changes to decrease salinity. Use only aged or conditioned water to prevent shock or stress.

My betta has bulging eyes, white film, and fin rot. What else to do?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

Can I use human contact lens solution as eye drops for my mouse?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

What's the best way to feed my hamster when I'm going on a trip?

Can chickens eat bell peppers daily and what about veggie salads?

My newly adopted pet won't eat hay. What can I do to encourage it?

Share