Perc infected with something gnarly

[Peterock]

Had this guy for 6 years and something is infecting him eating his flesh and I feel really bad and want to help him. What is it and what can I do?

My only guess is some sort of fin rot? What's the best way to treat whatever it is? I have a hospital tank if need by but I'd rather not move him if possible. He had this before about a year ago on his other side and it just went away. but this time it's really bad. He hasn't eaten in days and just lays in this toadstool panting heavily.

All my parameters are fine and I just did a 20%WC last night.

any help is greatly appreciated, feel so bad for the little guy and want to help...

 

[SteezySPS]

probably a bacteria. you could try and use furan 2 or maracyn 2 for it. could also be brooklynella thats common for clownfish

 

[Peterock]

Ok, think I'm going to bomb the tank with:
PimaFix™


Medications

Treats fungal infections and both internal and external bacterial infections. Will not adversely affect the biological filter, alter the pH, or discolor water. Safe for reef aquariums and live plants. For use in fresh or salt water. PimaFix has been formulated to work in combination with Melafix to enhance effectiveness against fish diseases.

Melafix®


Medications

Heals open wounds & abrasions, treats fin and tail rot, eye cloud, mouth fungus and promotes regrowth of damaged fin rays & tissue. Will not adversely affect the biological filter, alter the pH, or discolor water. Safe for reef aquariums and live plants. For use in fresh or salt water.



Any horror stories or words of warning for me?

 

[SeahorseKeeper]

I have heard that it can have adverse effects on corals and inverts.


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