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My guppy has red spots on her head. How to treat without quarantine?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Fish | Unknown - Fish | Female | 25 days old | 5 lbs

Red spots on this female guppy behind her head. I dont know what it is nor what to do, i dont have a quarantine tank, so help

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on March 2nd, 2018

You can keep her in a small bowl, you will just need to perform daily partial water changes to maintain water quality and chemistry. Use a broad spectrum antibiotic for 10-14 days. You can find one in the aquarium section of the local pet store or Petco. A bit of plain aquarium salt (NOT table or Epsom salt) may also help by reducing stress, treating minor infection and aiding in recovery. Dissolve up to 1 teaspoon per gallon of water and treat concurrently with the antibiotics for 10-14 days. Once she has recovered, you can return her to the main tank.

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