My fish has a bump on its head. Is it serious? What should I do?

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My fish has a bump on his head I’ve been using Pimafix and meta fix treatments and not sure what to do now. Pet's info: Fish | Gold Fish

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

Hi and thanks for your request This is likely due to lymphocystis which a self limiting and resolving lump caused by a viral infection (iridovirus). The lump may take several weeks to disappear but it will eventually and spontaneously. Please check water parameters as they should be kept within normal limits.

My fish has a bump on its head. Is it serious? What should I do?

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