Internal parasites

[Brandonsegula]

This is just something I’ve been thinking about. I’m not dealing with this problem. Just a thought. If a fish gets internal parasites like worms. Can it cure itself on its own?

 

[Maritimer]

I think that once they're established, it'd be pretty difficult. Parasites are very, very good at what they do.

Even humans have a hard time with some of the things that live inside us!

~Bruce

 

[Brandonsegula]

I think that once they're established, it'd be pretty difficult. Parasites are very, very good at what they do.

Even humans have a hard time with some of the things that live inside us!

~Bruce

Very very true. Just looking to learn more about fish and parasites. Thank you for your help

 

[Humblefish]

Internal parasites is a very broad term for a wide range of intestinal worms. Some types are deadly, others are mild, a few are even benign. The hardiness of your fish species also comes into play. For example, I once knew a lady with a Maroon Clownfish that had simple tapeworms, and she allowed the fish to live with them for 9 years before she finally got tired of seeing the white stringy poop & treated it.