Helping Fish With Dropsy

[willowstaff]

We've got two honey gouramis which we've got in a separate tank to the rest of our fish - reason being they've both got dropsy.

They look very sorry for themselves and the outlook isn't good - we know they probably won't make it but can't bear the thought of ending it for them. We would be keen to know if anyone has any suggestions for making their last few days (or however long they've got) a little more comfortable.

We've been reading a lot about adding Aquarium salt to the tank - might ease the swelling and any pain so would be glad to hear from anyone that thinks it might help? Or are we just being cruel by keeping them going ?

 

[dthoffsett]

I've never had luck with gouramis and they always seem to die of bloat no matter what I do. However, you might post in the emergency section for more help.

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[willowstaff]

I've never had luck with gouramis and they always seem to die of bloat no matter what I do. However, you might post in the emergency section for more help.

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thanks for your reply - unfortunately we lost them both!

 

[dthoffsett]

I'm sorry to hear that.