Hole in my swordtail?

Really Inka??? Wow, I need to read up on that, I will look into it, I have never heard of that before, I thought it was an old injury! SHEWOLF, LISTEN TO INKA LOL, I amy have steered you wrong, and I apologize if I did.
 
Ok, did some research, and to me, it does not look like aeromonas, I don't know, I think I would just keep an eye on it, because treating when it is unclear what it is can kill the fish too. I'm at a loss here....
 
Bacterial Infections (Aeromonas) in Fish

Aeromonas Infection

Many types of bacteria can infect multiple organs of a fish. One such common infection is caused by the Aeromonas salmonicida bacteria. It is generally due to poor sanitation or nutrition, and is recognized by the red ulcers which cover the fish.

Koi and goldfish are the pet fishes most susceptible to Aeromonas infections, as are most warm water and freshwater fishes. In severe cases, it can prove fatal for fishes.

Symptoms and Types
The Aeromonas bacterial infection affects multiple systems in the fish's body, resulting in such symptoms as:
Enlarged eyes (exophthalmos)
Accumulation of fluids in the abdomen (ascitis)
Renal dropsy (kidney damage)
Ragged fins

Most infected fish have reddening of the body, with hemorrhagic spots in the gills, tail, fins, body wall and internal organs of the animal, while others display skin and gill ulcers.

Causes
Although the Aeromonas salmonicida bacteria causes the infection, injuries, seasonal changes, sharp changes in water temperature, and poor sanitation or nutrition can all put the fish in state where it is more susceptible to the bacteria.

Treatment
Depending on the type of Aeromonas bacteria the fish has, the veterinarian will prescribe medication to eliminate the infection -- usually antibiotics. This medication can either be injected into the fish or added to the fish's water.



See, I just don't think this is what it is. That fish looks super healthy, and it looks like an old injury.
 
Well, I didn't say it definitely was, GG, but having seen/dealt with aeromonas a couple times more than I'd like to have, I can definitely say that it doesn't start out as a giant hole in the side of the fish. The lesion generally looks very innocuous at the beginning stages, and might escape notice until the point where the hole opens up to the inside of the fish's body. I've only dealt with it in goldfish though, so there was definitely a larger window of time in which to deal with it. With a fish as small as a sword, I think fast and definitive action would be the best bet. However, given the uncertainty of what the issue is currently, the best course of action is to isolate the fish, give it absolutely pristine water, and salt as a precaution in the mean time. If the issue continues to get worse given the absolute best conditions, then you know you have a problem.
 
Nothing as changed with her. I'll keep an eye on the hole, and treat her with some salt if it starts to grow.

She was a fry when I first got her. So I'm not sure if it's an old injury, she didn't have the hole the other day. I'm thinking she was chased into something by the male. Maybe the driftwood I have in the tank.
 
Inka4040 said:
Well, I didn't say it definitely was, GG, but having seen/dealt with aeromonas a couple times more than I'd like to have, I can definitely say that it doesn't start out as a giant hole in the side of the fish. The lesion generally looks very innocuous at the beginning stages, and might escape notice until the point where the hole opens up to the inside of the fish's body. I've only dealt with it in goldfish though, so there was definitely a larger window of time in which to deal with it. With a fish as small as a sword, I think fast and definitive action would be the best bet. However, given the uncertainty of what the issue is currently, the best course of action is to isolate the fish, give it absolutely pristine water, and salt as a precaution in the mean time. If the issue continues to get worse given the absolute best conditions, then you know you have a problem.
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Inka, I know you did not say it was definite. I had never heard of it, so when I looked it up, it just seemed less likely than an injury or even columnaris. Sorry if I sounded rude! You know I think you are very knowledgeable! I just think that aeromonas is unlikely by what the fish looks like, but I could be wrong!!!

Maribeth
 
GuppyGirl1230 said:
Inka, I know you did not say it was definite. I had never heard of it, so when I looked it up, it just seemed less likely than an injury or even columnaris. Sorry if I sounded rude! You know I think you are very knowledgeable! I just think that aeromonas is unlikely by what the fish looks like, but I could be wrong!!!

Maribeth
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Hey, thanks for the complement, but seriously, don't worry about offending me. There's nothing inherently offensive about a difference of opinion, and given the quality of photos, it's entirely possible that both of us are completely off base, lol. I didn't think your reply was rude at all, just figured I'd better quantify my own opinion.
 
Glad to hear it, Geo.
 
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