My swordtail has clamped fins, rubbing, no white spots. Is it Ich?

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Hi. I have recently added two new female sword tail to my aquarium. I had only one male and one female previously. Since adding them, the female has been having clamped fins. Hiding and later one rubbing herself against gravel and now shimmer... No white spots visible.. I have cleaned aquarium and increased temperature plus added salt and anti white spot but no progress noted. Please help me... Pet's info: Fish | Unknown - Fish

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Maintain water temperature at 86F for at least two weeks. Add an air stone during this time to increase aeration/oxygenation. Monitor the other fish for similar symptoms or stress associated with the warmer water. Up to 2 teaspoons of plain aquarium salt (NOT table) can be used to treat ich (white spot disease). It can take a couple weeks to effectively treat ich. In the future, it is recommended to quarantine new fish prior to adding them to the main tank to prevent infection.

My swordtail has clamped fins, rubbing, no white spots. Is it Ich?

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