Oscar fish sick bottom

Hello We have had a 4inch Oscar Fish for about 5 months sometimes he will lay on the bottom of the tank for half a day but this time he has been laying there for three days he has eaten a little but he is not himself at all. Oscar fish diseases can be hazardous for your Oscar fish. Oscar fish is a very popular tropical fish and is a member of the cichlid fish family that originated in South America in the waters of the Amazon.

When we put our hand in he swims and look ok but soon goes to the bottom again.

Oscar fish It is essential to take proper care of this beautiful fish so that it can live its natural lifespan. Thanks for watching pls subscribe My oscar the oldest fish in my tank appears to be sick. He just lays on the bottom and does not move. He hasn t eaten in about a week. No spots or other outward signs.

Water quality is good. I have had him for about 6 years. Any idea what could be wrong with him There are various reasons why a fish will develop these symptoms. In some cases there is a genetic problem with the fish. The fish may well be okay for the first few years then it starts developing problems in the abdominal area.

There wouldn t be any cure for this condition. Fish can develop tumours which will cause swelling in the abdomen.