Dropsy?

[Mushusmom]

This is my sister’s female betta fish. She has never been in another tank with a male betta and she eats and moves around fine.. I initially thought it was just constipation, but now I’m not too sure. I don’t think it’s dropsy either because her scales are fine, but I’m still not sure. Does anyone know what’s going on?

 

[FishPal]

Has she held off on feeding for a day or so? To see if constipation or overfeeding is the answer. Maybe try a salt method to help if that doesn't. A lot I'm finding with bloating is to use salt treatments. (Not table salt)

 

[Mushusmom]

Has she held off on feeding for a day or so? To see if constipation or overfeeding is the answer. Maybe try a salt method to help if that doesn't. A lot I'm finding with bloating is to use salt treatments. (Not table salt)

I will tell her to try epsom salt, thank you!

 

[Colin_T]

How long has the fish been fat like that?
What does the fish's poop look like?
What are you feeding it and how often do you feed it?