Sick or injured Molly

[vroode]

Hello,

I have a molly that's about six months old.  Yesterday I noticed that one of her eyes is really swollen, and around her mouth is all red, like the blood has come up to the surface.  I gave her a salt dip, and I'm treating the tank with Melafix.  Does anyone have any idea what would cause this?  None of my other fish are showing similar symptoms.

Thank you,
Vicki

[slick_jing]

Sorry, cant really help you.
But I've also noticed that one of my fish has a swollen spot on her side. It seemed to show signs of healing, but now it seems more redish. Should I be placing it in a salt dip? Does this actually prevent infection?

Thanks

[vroode]

From what I've read it can help reduce infection.  I've seen it work with a fish that was bloated.

[Nerine]

could be from an injury...any photos?
do you have a book of diseases and pictures of them? it's good to have on hand!!
good luck with your molly