Bolivian Ram struggling to swim

[Drake]

I'm having trouble with my Bolivian Ram. About 3 months ago my ram became substrate bound and has been unable to swim without a lot of effort. It spends most of its time as it is shown in the picture below. I'm also a bit concerned about its stomach being rubbed along the sand so much. It is still active and will chase your finger around the glass.  It eats quite a bit less than it did before getting sick but still eats. I keep the tank at 74 degrees and all the other fish have been doing well. It was the king of the tank so bullying has never been an issue. I attempted to treat with aquarium salt in a quarantine tank for about 3 weeks. I kept the dosage at 1 tbsp per 2 gallons. It seems like a swim bladder issue. Does this seem like a correct diagnosis? What can I do if anything?

Thanks in advance! 

[Ben Ellison]

Im gonna guess internal parasites.

[Emi]

Hi, we're you ever able to help this Bolivian Ram, I have one in the same situation?

Thank you 

Emily 

[xXInkedPhoenixX]

@Emi you should start your own thread and explain what's been going on with your Ram, along with water parameters and pictures if you can. I'd try and help but I don't know much about Rams and this particular behavior but posting your own thread will notify you when someone replies if they forget to tag you. I hope the forum can help you with your poor fish friend. 😞 

Edited June 26, 2021 by xXInkedPhoenixX

[ARMYVET]

If it were me I would put him in QT and hit him with the Med Trio for a week feeding sparingly.   When In doubt I follow the Cory method.