Dropsy or malawi bloat

[Aulonocarakriss]

Hi guys, i was just wondering if anyone know if Dropsy aka malawi bloat is contagious?

Thanks.

 

[Slaphppy7]

Dropsy is a symptom, not a disease

Diagnose and Treat Dropsy in Your Aquarium Fish

Dropsy in fish, also called bloat, refers to fluid build-up in a fish's body. It often indicates an underlying disease. Learn the causes, treatment, and prevention of dropsy in fish.

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[GaryE]

Malawi Bloat was always presented as a diet problem with giving low fibre food to mbuna. But the causes of bloating or dropsy can be many, some of which can be contagious (but rarely).