Re: A. cruzi? + Any cure for sick rams?

[Donald Nute <dnute@ai.uga.edu>]

On Thu, 29 Jan 1998, Ken Laidlaw wrote:

> > Sounds like ich to me. There are various medications, but I have found
> > that raising the temp to about 90F for a week will do the trick. The
> > parasite can't take the heat.
> 
> Hi Don,
> 
> Can the fish take the heat alright?

Hello, Ken. I have used this method to treat community tanks containing
cichlids, tetras, cory cats, loaches, and whatnot. I never had a problem
with 90F for a week with any fish I have tried it on. I just prefer
treatments that don't involve adding chemicals to my aquaria. My favorites
are change the water, raise the temperature, and add salt (the one
chemical I recommend whole-heartedly.) Of course, I do not agree to
replace any fish you may lose if you try this method. Just watch the fish
for signs of distress. As always, actual mileage may vary. 

Don

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