Betta fin rot

[BettaSplendens]

My betta, Picasso, who lives in a 3 gallon tank. He has been suffering from fin rot for 2 weeks or more, and I've read multiple articles to heal his fins. Now, I add API Aquarium Salt to his tank once a week. His tank is cleaned once a week too. He has no other tank mates and only 1 Java Fern in his tank. So far, he seems to be healing well- There is transparent membrane forming on the tip of his fins and they seem to be regaining color. Does anyone have any tips on how to heal faster? Thanks!

 

[FJB]

No tips for healing faster, but for saving some money. Kosher salt and also regular cooking salt (even including iodine) will have the same effect, but cost less than API salt.

 

[fishorama]

Changing water more often can speed up healing. It sounds like he's on the mend.

 

[dougall]

Clean water is the biggest key.


I expect that a description of what exactly you do when you clean his tank would be useful too, just in case there are potential problems there too.


But I expect he is getting better

 

[BettaSplendens]

Yes, he is getting better. Thanks for all the advice!