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Sources
- Handbook of Fish Diseases by Dieter Untergasser, TFH Publications, Inc 1989
- Maintaining a Healthy Aquarium by Dr. Neville Carrington, Salamander Books 1985
- http://www.aquariahobbyist.com/disease/fungus.html
In this article fungus is described as plants that attack injuries on weakened fish. Treatment is done by malachite green. Symptoms include grayish white skin, followed by tufts of cottony wool.
- http://www.fishdoc.co.uk/disease/fungus.htm
In this article it states that fungus can be fatal if not treated. It is generally a secondary infection. It secretes enzymes into the wound of a fish which “digests and breaksdown” the cells, so that the fungus can absorb the nutrients. Injuries to fish, water pollution and overcrowding are possible factors in the disease, as is lower temps possibly due to a decrease in the fish’s immune response. Treatment is by malachite green or salt.
- http://www.fishyfarmacy.com/Diseases/Skin.html
In this article treatments include malachite green, formaldehyde, nystatin, nitrofuracin, or penicillin.
- http://www.bettadreams.com/diseases.html
In this article, treatments include methylene blue, maroxy, kanacyn, myacin, furan 2 or maracyn 2.
- http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=16&cat=1791&articleid=587
In this article, several forms of fungus infection are discussed. Treatment may include the use of malachite green. Poor water quality, poor hygiene, or injuries are possible causes of fungal infections.
- http://pub5.ezboard.com/fhobbyfrm14.showMessage?topicID=10.topic
In this article Jim Quarles talks about fungus always being present in the water. It attacks areas on fish where there is a breakdown in the skin. Treatments include salt and malachite green.gniasis is best prevented by good management practices--such as good water quality and circulation, avoidance of crowding to minimize injury (especially during spawning), and good nutrition. Once Saprolegnia is identified in an aquatic system, sanitation should be evaluated and corrected. If mortality is in progress, medication is appropriate. Common treatments include potassium permanganate, formalin, and povidone iodine solutions. Overtreatment can further damage fish tissue, resulting in recurring infections. Environmental management is essential for satisfactory resolution of chronic problems.
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