Stella Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 My giant kokopu (now a little over 20cm) seems to have an infected sensory pore on her head this morning. It looks like a raised pimple, with the pore itself being a tiny white bump on top. Wasn't there last night, nothing else wrong with her, eating well, no recent changes to the tank (apart from putting ceramic media in the filter earlier in the week, it was just running as a pump before as I took the media out after a long powercut). Any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 I would be inclined to leave it if she is otherwise well in herself. If she begins acting unwell, or if the redness begins to spread/wound opens and discharges then the infection is spreading in which case you could consider antibiotics. Trouble is, what sort of antiobiotics will target the particular strain of bacteria - therein lies the problem. So at this stage, offer good supportive care for her immune system: slightly warmer temperatures, good nutrition and good hygiene (for the water and the sore if possible). Best of luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livingart Posted March 5, 2010 Report Share Posted March 5, 2010 i would run with what jen has poted also i vaguely remember a similar problem a few years ago that cleaned up by itself good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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