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Other petsVeronicaSeptember 11, 2026

My betta fish has a white spot near its tail and its topping over to the side

My betta fish has a white spot near its tail and its topping over to the side. Does not want to eat. Does not seem bloated. It is currently in a separate tank for now.

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DWDylan Wilson, DVMVerified VetSmall Animal, Mixed Animal, Preventive Care, Laboratory Medicine · KY license 293504Answered 29d ago

Hello sorry to hear about Blossom. Do you have an update on the condition? A picture would help assess the situation.

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