| Main Ref: | 48502 |
| Disease type: | Others |
| Disease name: | Blockage Disease |
| Other names: | Constipation |
| Caus. agent: | N.A. |
| Group: |
| Part of body and/or behavior affected by disease: | ||
| Skins and/or fins | Belly | Swimming behavior |
| Gills | Anus | Other behavior |
| Eyes | Viscera Afflicted | Other symptoms |
| Fish affected: | ||
| Symptoms: | The infected fish has a swollen belly. | |
| Treatments: | Examine first the fish for any parasite (Nematodes, Spironucleus/Hexamita) and treat if necessary. If no parasite is found, administer Magnesium Salt (12-15g/100L) or slowly increase the water temperature (30°C). If the disease is cause by a tumor, surgery is the only solution but with a 10% chance of survival. | |
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| Remarks: | The swollen belly is caused by accumulation of faeces due to blockage. Can be a result of poor diet, intestinal infection or a tumor. The condition can also occur in Malawi Bloat. | |
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