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Swim bladder disorder is a condition in which the swim bladder does not function normally due to disease, physical abnormality, mechanical/environmental factors, or for reasons that cannot be diagnosed. Affected fish will have difficulty controlling their ability to float or sink.

A fish that is floating in the tank may be dead, but it is showing symptoms of swim bladder. The symptoms of fish suffering from this disorder include a lot of things.

The swim bladder will sink if it deflates. The fish can float to the top of the tank if it has swallowed too much air.

A fish that does not have any problems with the water is static and upright. If your fish is having a hard time staying upright, you will see excessive movement of the fins you are using to try and float properly.

The fish can get a bloated stomach if the swim bladder is Compressioned. The fish's stomach can be affected by this disorder, which can cause it to enlarge.

If the fish's abdomen is inflated, other organs can be pushed out of the way, which can cause the spine to curve.

The affected fish may not have appetite at all. The fish may not be able to reach the surface of the water if there are severe buoyancy problems.

This disorder can be caused by many problems, including the environment and eating problems.

Swim bladder disorder can be diagnosed at home by observing the symptoms. You can take your fish to a vet who specializes in aquatic conditions.

The only way to diagnose swim bladder is by x-ray. The size, shape, and location of the swim bladder will be shown on the x-ray. If there is any abnormality inside the bladder. An x-ray can show if there is a growth or disease that is causing the bladder to move.

Water maintenance, diet changes, and possible antibiotics are some of the things that are involved in treatment.