White Spot

[fishywishys]

i have had tropical fish for a couple of months now which have all been healthy, then added some new ones in a few days ago, i noticed today one of the new ones has white spots and have bought treatment for ichs. i was told at the pet shop to remove the charcoal from my filter before using the treatment but i cant see that theres any charcoal in mine. i have a elite stingray filter does anyone no if these even have charcoal or anything that should be removed??
also i have been reading about white spot but cant find anywhere if my fish that is showing the symtoms will die??
thanks!

 

[fatheadminnow]

I believe the Charcoal is inside the plastic cartridges.

-FHM

 

[cane76]

it is in the cartridge
take out the cartridge and just have the sponge while treating
keep treating for a few days after you see the last of the spots dissapear
then put in a new cartridge

the affected fish should come around unless its really well developed
good luck

 

[arobinson1984]

What treatment are you using??

I'd recommend protozin by waterlife, always worked for me in the past when ive been unlucky enough to get white spot.

Andy