Fish Disease/Parasite?

[RossoneriFan1]

Hey everyone,
I'm not too sure what this white speck is on my clownfish, right below the mouth, is. If I could get some possible ideas, thanks!

 

[Big G]

Are the white spots raised a bit and cottony/fibrous? Or cauliflower like in texture?

 

[RossoneriFan1]

Cottony/fibrous

 

[Big G]

Probably lymphocystis. It's a harmless virus. Only time it is a problem is if it impairs the fish's ability to eat or breathe. Best treatment is pristine water quality, a wide variety of foods with vitamins. Especially adding Beta Glucan to the food mix. It really helps the fish's immune system to suppress the virus. Here's an article from the Advanced Aquarist on Beta Glucan. People take it too for the immune system boost.

Feature Article: Beta Glucan As A Biological Defense Modulator: Helping Fish To Help Themselves

Wouldn’t it be great if there were one thing that we could give any sick fish that could help it? Aquarists dream of a “magic bullet” that could be used as a treatment for a plethora of problems.

www.advancedaquarist.com