My goldfish was injured by filter: broken back, bulging eye. Help!

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My goldfish seems to have a broken back and tail, he leans to the side when swimming. He swims for about 5 seconds and then goes very still. I don’t know what to do. I found him this morning sucked up in the filter, so i don’t know the extent of injury. His one eye is bulging and I know that is not a good sign. Pet's info: Fish | Gold Fish

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Copper and including photos. Fractured or luxated back can be due to trauma, vitamin C deficiencies, stray voltage electrocution and other problems. The only way to determine a spinal fracture is through a radiographs. Support care with anti-inflammatories and pain medications could pull this little one through, but must be able to eat. Check and correct water quality, as pristine water important for recovery. Good luck.

My goldfish was injured by filter: broken back, bulging eye. Help!

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