Hi, My young male A.hongsloi has an open ulcer type sore on it's head. It is eating at present and I've added an anti-internal bacterial medication and some meth blue to the water. Does anyone have any tips for stopping the growth as I'm sure death may follow shortly. Please if possible recommend non antibiotic drugs which are not easily obtainable in the UK. What is the likely cause of such and ailment? They are in de-ionised water with pH ~5, is this too low for A.hongsloi? Thanks, Ken. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is the apistogramma mailing list, apisto@majordomo.pobox.com. For instructions on how to subscribe or unsubscribe or get help, email apisto-request@majordomo.pobox.com. Search http://altavista.digital.com for "Apistogramma Mailing List Archives"!