My Experience With Guppys sIo far...

[Grumpy Gills]

I originally bought a pair of guppies. 1 male and 1 female.
The male died and so I went and bought another male, and another female because I had read that I should keep them in trios instead of pairs.
Sadly both the first and second female guppys passed away.
They had pale patches and ulcerations had occurred.
I determined that they were succumbing to columnaris.
To treat my tank, and my last remaining guppy, who I have named Frank, I introduced potassium permanganate to the tank.
Originally, I planned to give Frank baths outside of the tank, but there was a pea puffer living with him that was taking chunks out of Franks tail.
I did not want to stress him out anymore than necessary so at the risk of completely crashing the cycle in Franks home I added the PP directly to the tank.
Just enough to make the water turn pink. 6 hours later the water was crystal clear again.
I've learned pea puffers should not be in a tank with fish you care about. (Any fish lol)

How long should I wait before giving it a second dose?
Should I risk dosing the tank again or should I pull him out for a bath for the next treatments?
The internet hasn't provided me with very clear instructions on how to use this stuff.

 

[ShyWildPetExpert]

Hey!

Sorry to hear about the tough time with your guppies, especially Frank. Dealing with columnaris is no joke. Good call on treating with potassium permanganate – that stuff can work wonders. Regarding the next dose, maybe give it a day or two and keep a close eye on Frank. If things are improving, you might not need another round right away. If you're unsure, maybe consider a bath for Frank to be safe. The internet can be a maze sometimes, but you're doing your best. Hang in there, and here's to Frank bouncing back!

 

[Grumpy Gills]

Hey!

Sorry to hear about the tough time with your guppies, especially Frank. Dealing with columnaris is no joke. Good call on treating with potassium permanganate – that stuff can work wonders. Regarding the next dose, maybe give it a day or two and keep a close eye on Frank. If things are improving, you might not need another round right away. If you're unsure, maybe consider a bath for Frank to be safe. The internet can be a maze sometimes, but you're doing your best. Hang in there, and here's to Frank bouncing back!

Thank you, Frank seems to be fine. Other than his lips looking a little pale a few days ago he hasnt shown any signs of infection. I'm super concerned about him though after the pea puffer mangled his tail fin. He seems to be fine, but i really don't want the wounds to get infected.
I think I will hold off on the next treatment. If he starts to show any signs I'll re treat him.