Does my goldfish have dropsy?

Saffie

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Hi, I would be grateful with assistance in identifying what is wrong with my goldfish. I have had the common goldfish for over five years now. It is approximately 3.5inchs long and shares it’s tank with 2 other goldfish (both fan tail). Yesterday I noticed the common goldfish was bloated but behaving normally. I fed it peas, which it ate. But it hasn’t pooped. Today, it’s more bloated and some of its scales are poking out (like a pine cone - see photos). It is also now hiding at the back of the tank. Could it have dropsy and does anyone know what I should do?

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What sized tank are they in?

Unfortunately a 5yr/old common goldfish that's only 3.5" long is likely very stunted and will have health issues and a short lifespan.
 
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