Read About Angel Fish Whirling Disease

Angel Fish Whirling Disease is a dangerous and incurable disease the only cure for which is subjecting the fish to euthanasia. Here's everything you need to know about this problem.

Angel Fish Whirling Disease - Facts

1. Problem Definition:

   Whirling disease is caused by a virus called Myxobolus Cerebralis which initially affects the head of the fish. There is no cure for this disease and the only option is to kill the fish.

2. Symptoms:

   The common symptoms of a fish suffering from whirling disease are the following. - The face of the fish is distorted with twisted jaws. - The fish cannot swim straight and swims in a whirling motion. Some fish even swim upside down. - The tail is darkened and black in color. - Lumps like boils appear on the fish. - The fish tends to breathe fast.

3. Duration of Problem:

   The disease takes several months to develop completely and can last for as long as the fish lives.

4. Exposure:

   This disease usually spreads from other fish that are affected.

Angel Fish Whirling Disease - Prevention & Treatment

1. The Treatment:

   This disease doesn't have a cure and euthanasia is advised. Furazolidone should be administered to the other fish.

2. Prevention:

   This disease is incurable and can spread to other fish easily. The affected fish should be subjected to euthanasia and the aquarium should be disinfected.

3. Precautions:

   The fish affected should be separated from the main aquarium. Using UV sterilizers can help in destroying spores. Fish nets and other equipment for the aquarium should be disinfected before using.

4. Helpful Supplies:

   It is recommended to have a bowl or a small sized aquarium that can be used as a quarantine aquarium. Make sure you have chlorine which is a good disinfectant. You should have Furazolidone for injecting the other fish.

   Angel Fish Whirling Disease - Concerns

   1. Level of Seriousness:

      This is a very dangerous disease without a cure and can spread to other fish if the infected fish is not removed immediately. It also spreads if the aquarium is not disinfected.

   2. Lasting Consequences:

      This disease cannot be cured and will last until the fish dies.

   3. Genetics:

      This is not a genetic disease that affects certain fish.

   4. Lifestyle Accommodations:

      Once the fish with the disease is removed, the other fish should be injected with Furazolidone to prevent the disease from spreading.

   5. Expense:

      You won't be spending much when your fish are affected with this disease. You will need to buy Furazolidone and some chlorine.