I think my betta fish seems to be displaying symptoms of swim bladder disease/disorder. He's bloated only on one side and either stays at the surface (laying on a leaf) or at the bottom of the tank. I've tried frequent water changes, fasting him, and feeding him a cooked frozen pea to no avail. I noticed recently though that he seems to be pooping regularly so I don't think that constipation is the issue. I think it may be internal parasites or bacteria? He has lost a bit of color from stress. Here is a picture of him:
He is a double tail betta, in a 30 gallon planted, community tank with marigold platys, neon tetras, and Siamese algae eaters. The tank is around 68 degrees.
I am wondering what I can do for him. I've been worried. He has been like this for a few weeks now. Is there a certain medication or other treatment method that I can try on him to clear this up? Can this be permanent or fatal?
Thank you for your help.
He is a double tail betta, in a 30 gallon planted, community tank with marigold platys, neon tetras, and Siamese algae eaters. The tank is around 68 degrees.
I am wondering what I can do for him. I've been worried. He has been like this for a few weeks now. Is there a certain medication or other treatment method that I can try on him to clear this up? Can this be permanent or fatal?
Thank you for your help.
