My tang is itching help

[Joon]

my yellow tang is scratching I don't know what's going on with him his fin is messed up but I don't think that's why he is scratching

 

[Humblefish]

Any other symptoms? Heavy breathing, head twitching, swimming into the flow of a powerhead?

How long have you had this YT?

 

[Joon]

Two weeks in qt he is twitching that's all I have seen him do yet he is still eating fine and is active

 

[Cment]

Not sure what's going on but have you checked ammonia levels? Do you have an air stone in there? How long has the QT been set up? Any other fish in there with him showing similar symptoms?

 

[Oscaror]

Time to light the [HASHTAG]#reefsquad[/HASHTAG] sygnal

 

[rayn]

There is a white spot on the fin. That could indicate ich. Anyone else see it, about the second spine back?

 

[Duke4Life]

There is a white spot on the fin. That could indicate ich. Anyone else see it, about the second spine back?

I see the spot but not sure. I'd guess flukes it hasn't been treated for yet.

 

[Joon]

The QT has been set up for 4 months he is the only fish in there yes there is a air stone and all levels are good that spot on his Finn is from fighting with other fish I think he was in a tank with 5 other tangs and two eals

 

[Duke4Life]

Is he still scratching? See any white spots? If not and still scratching treat with Prazipro.

 

[Joon]

I think he has a infection on his fin to its getting all red by that wound and down the fin from it what souls I do about that

 

[Duke4Life]

Any pics? Would be helpful

 

[Lionfish Lair]

His dorsal fin is jacked up....

What spots are on him and what are on the glass? The one isn't on the fish, but are the others?

 

[reef EZ]

from what i see it may be ICH!!! but really hard to tell.

 

[Joon]

How do you do that with the photo

 

[Joon]

 

[rdela6868]

Is there any aptasia in your tank that could have stung your tang?

 

[Joon]

No I don't think so

 

[Joon]

Help please

 

[Humblefish]

Two weeks in qt he is twitching that's all I have seen him do yet he is still eating fine and is active

The twitching (and scratching) probably means either parasites or worms are harboring inside the gills, which is leading to a secondary bacterial infection: fin rot on the dorsal. Or it's also possible that Neobenedenia (flukes) are feeding on the dorsal fin.

First thing you need to do is perform a FW dip (more info below) so we can confirm the presence of flukes. If no flukes are found, it is safe to assume a parasite (such as ich) is the culprit instead.

Freshwater Dip: Provides temporary relief for Brooklynella, Flukes, Marine Velvet disease (Amyloodinium); possibly even Ich & Uronema marinum (both unproven). Can be used to confirm the presence of Flukes.

How To Treat - Fill a bucket with RODI water, and use a heater to match the temperature to the water the fish is coming from. Aerate the water heavily for at least 30 minutes prior to doing the dip, then discontinue aeration while performing the dip. Fish aren’t overly pH sensitive for short durations like this, but you can squirt a little tank water into the dip just before the fish goes in to help bring it up.

Place the fish in the freshwater (FW) dip and observe closely. It is not unusual for them to freak out a little at first. Also, tangs are notorious for “playing dead” during a FW dip. The important thing is to watch their gills; they should be breathing heavily at all times during the dip. If breathing slows, it’s time to exit the dip. Dip the fish for no longer than 5 minutes. Multiple dips may be done, but it’s important to give your fish a day to recuperate in-between dips.

For flukes, use a dark (preferably black) bucket so you can see if tiny white worms fall out of the fish (especially out of the gills) at around the 3-4 minute mark. The worms will settle to the bottom, so you can use a flashlight to look for them there as well.

Pros - Provides temporary relief for a wide range of diseases in a chemical free environment. Can “buy you more time” until a proper treatment can be done.

Cons/Side Effects - Not a permanent “fix” for any disease, as FW dips are not potent enough to eradicate all of the parasites/worms afflicting the fish. Some fish can have an adverse reaction to a FW dip by appearing unable to maintain their equilibrium once returned to the aquarium. If this happens, hold the fish upright (using latex, nitrile or rubber gloves), and gently glide him through the water (to get saltwater flowing through the gills again). It is also a good idea to place the fish in an acclimation box until he appears “normal”.

 

[reef EZ]

I would agree with humblefish. As this is what I always do as well in situations like this . It's not as hard as it sounds and it's a really inexpensive method and non harmful meathod in my opinion. you really do justice to the fish as it really does relieve Him of these pesky Vermom.

If you do decide to do this, Which I highly recommend you do. I usually fresh water for 6 minute period. I find this is not be to long and as stressful for them. Then in they go back into the quarantine tank for further observation.