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Why is my fish floating on its side and struggling to swim?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Healthy fish now ls floating or on its side has difficulty in swimming. Will eat if food is within sight this started three days ago. Please help if you can Thank you Cea197 comcast.net

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Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on October 14th, 2017

It is possible that she has a swim bladder disorder. Many things can cause this, only some of them reversible. Try feeding her peas for the next few days and see if that helps. If it does, then include them in her diet several times a week.

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