Blue Tang developed white fuzzy growth on eye

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  1. Ryan

    Ryan Spaghetti Worm

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    My blue tang has developed a fuzzy white growth on one of his eyes. The effected eye is also hazy and a bit raised compared to his other eye. He is acting normal and eating well.

    According to this site: Fish Eye Disorders it is Saprolegnia Fungus.

    Does anyone have any experience with treating this fungus? It says to use copper or Forma-Green.

    Im going to set up a hospital tank over the next couple days and prepare for treatment.

    Does anyone have any advise on treatment?
     
    Ryan, Dec 13, 2008
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  2. bc219

    bc219 Millepora

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    Could also be pop eye, that's how my fish's eye started... check that out too.
     
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  3. morau89

    morau89 Fire Shrimp

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    Is it like a caterax? Could be pH burn.
     
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