HenryC Posted September 11, 2022 Share Posted September 11, 2022 pH - 7.6 Nitrates - <20ppm Hardness - 350ppm Nitrite - 0 Ammonia - 0 KH/Buffer - 230ppm Water Temperature - 78-80F 2 days ago my flowerhorn accidentally jumped out of the tank (I forgot to put the cover after water changing) while I was showering, he feel about 5 feet onto solid tile floor. I suspect he was about 5 to 10 minutes outside. When I came out he was nearly dried out but still alive. Grabbed him and put him back in his tank. He was very lethargic and hanged at the bottom in a corner for the remaining of the day, but next morning he was his usual self. I'd say he's completely fine, aside from his enormous belly that seems to be bloated. I am afraid he has any internal damage that would cause dropsy? To be honest I haven't seen him poop not haven't seen any new poop at the bottom. I fed him today but very little. What should I do? Other than his belly he's exactly the same, full of energy and aggressive as always. Notcied his kok is a tiny bit smaller too :(/ Any help is appreciated, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colu Posted September 11, 2022 Share Posted September 11, 2022 It more than likely the impact with the floor that has caused the swelling I would add some aquarium salt 1 table for 3 gallons feed lightly for a couple of days to see if the swelling reduces 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HenryC Posted September 12, 2022 Author Share Posted September 12, 2022 On 9/11/2022 at 8:16 AM, Colu said: It more than likely the impact with the floor that has caused the swelling I would add some aquarium salt 1 table for 3 gallons feed lightly for a couple of days to see if the swelling reduces Thanks for your help and @Cory's in yesterday livestream! Followed your advice, added salt and raised temp and now this morning he's back to normal! His kok is even bigger now lol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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