Sore head

unclejoes96

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One of my new addition, male Dwarf Gouramis got himself temporarily stuck in an artificial log, once freed he seems fine, and is eating well. The experience however has left him with a white patch on his head, it seems that the scales have been rubbed away. I have dosed the tank with melafix.

Will the scales and colour return in time ?

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The color may not return. I have had fish with permanent scars from similar injuries. However, it should not prove fatal or cause him distress once healed and the scales should grow back. Watch carefuly for signs of a secondary infection though and treat immediately. Also keep in mind that this will have made him get quite stressed so water quality must be excellent to ensure he does not become ill.
 

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