The Puffer Forum

Dear all,

Need alot of help, as my puffer has a open wound at the mouth area what should i do?? Do i have to monitor the water parameter closely??

Thanks.
VMware

Think it's been rubbing with glass at fish shop before i pick her up.

attached is a photo of the puffer. Apologoze for the lousy photo shot.

Melafix added to the tank, good aeration. Treat with Melafix every 2 days after doing a bit of a water change and it should start to heal in no time.

Hilly wrote:Melafix added to the tank, good aeration. Treat with Melafix every 2 days after doing a bit of a water change and it should start to heal in no time.

Thanks Hilly.

Vmware

yep do the above and keep the water as clean as you possibly can. It should heal ok as long as the nasties in the tank are kept to a minimum. you could try a vitamin food soak to help with the healing process too