Sometimes this results from constipation. A swim bladder problem is easy to diagnose: The fish can’t swim properly. They will swim on their sides or upside-down, or will somersault as they attempt to swim. Sometimes they can be found either at the bottom or at the top of the tank. If it’s a female, she might be carrying eggs. You could try hand-stripping her very gently to see if this is what has bound her up. If not, try the old-fashioned salt bath (see above).

Swim bladder problems sometimes right themselves and sometimes they don’t. Like constipation or indigestion, once your fish has developed this painful problem it is more likely to experience a recurrence.Wait for the fish to right itself.

At this time you might want to feed your fish some medicated food. Your pet store owner will be able to direct you in this instance. Regardless, feed your fish something else, as diet is one of the biggest reasons this problem develops at all.

This happens mostly to the egg-shaped-body goldfish, both with and without dorsal fins. This problem may also occur as a result of drastic or sudden changes in temperature.

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