FISHES & AQUARIUM

By Jessie M Sanders, DVM, CertAqV What is Dropsy? “Dropsy” is not an actual disease, but a physical manifestation of

By Jessie M Sanders, DVM, CertAqV Bony fish have a specialized organ called a swim bladder. The purpose of this

Gas Bubble Disease in Fish    Gas bubble disease refers to the development of gases in a fish’s bloodstream. This can

Environmental Gill Disorders in Fish Gills are special organs which allow fishes to breathe underwater. However, if a fish’s environment

Anemia is a heart and blood vessel condition which is recognized by the low number of red blood cells found

Lymphocystis Disease Lymphocystis disease is a common viral infection which affects the skin and fins of saltwater and freshwater fish.

Carp Pox is a viral disease which is caused by the herpesvirus infection. It is one of the oldest diseases

Nutritional Disorders Many fishes suffer from nutritional disorders because of a poor diet. Nutritional disorders are the most common reason

 Kidney Disorders There are few major kidney and urinary tract disorders seen in fishes. Of these the main kidney and

(Dactylogyrus And Gyrodactylus ) There are many types of parasites that can infect a fish’s skin. Two such microscopic parasites