Is this Ich??

Discussion in 'Diseases' started by BJules, Feb 12, 2010.

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  1. BJules

    BJules Astrea Snail

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    I noticed on my clownfish today that he has a white spot, bulge between his first and second stripe. Is it ich?? Ive never had ich in my tank, and its not on any of the other fish. if it is ich, what should i do to get rid of it and save my clownfish? please help.
    Brian

    sorry the pictures arnt very good quality its the best i got.
     

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    BJules Astrea Snail

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    you can see the spots the best on pics 1 and 2, anyone got any ideas?
     
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  3. kcbrad

    kcbrad Giant Squid

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    That looks really big to be ich. Is the spot raised? Does it look fuzzy at all?
     
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    RustyShakleford Feather Duster

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    looks like its a little to big of a spot to be ick IMO
     
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    BJules Astrea Snail

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    it is raised
     
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    BJules Astrea Snail

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    and it does look a little fuzzy actually
     
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    kcbrad Giant Squid

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    I think it might be a fungus...ich spots are usually really small.

    I'm not positive though. Hopefully someone on here will know!
     
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