How to treat my betta fish with discoloration, floating, and fin rot?

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Hi, I own a crown tail betta fish, he is showing signs of discoloration, he is floating at the bottom of his bowl most of the time, and one of his fins is breaking. How can I treat him? Pet's info: Fish | Unknown - Fish | Male

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

These are very generic but concerning signs. A quite radical but logic approach is needed. Begin by submitting a water sample for quality testing. Most pet stores will do this for free or a nominal fee. Clinical examination should always include a water quality check, even if you have done so already. Water testing should be performed with a quality test kit, measuring NH4, NO2 and NO3. High ammonia levels, PH imbalances may be responsible for these signs. Oxygen concentration and quality of the filters should be determined as well. If water quality is good and there are no major imbalances, your fish should get examined to look for any sign of bacterial/fungal infection and eventually water should be treated. Hope this answer was helpful, but 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.

How to treat my betta fish with discoloration, floating, and fin rot?

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