Poorly Flame Tetra

[Gazo]

Hi guys,
I think I know the answer to this, but its hard to just do it.

I have a Flame Tetra, who when I bought him did have trouble swimming.
He has a slightly bent spine and as such swims at a 35-45 degree angle, sinking then swimming up to get around.
I noticed yesterday morning that his spine and tail have developed a severe redness which I can only assume is internal bleeding.
He is still swimming around, but I feel I should take him out and "DO THE RIGHT THING".

What do you all think?

 

[Lateral Line]

Doesn't sound good really. If it is bad, and getting worse, then the right thing beckons.

 

[Gazo]

Well here's a thing - it seems to be settling now and the redness is slowly disappearing!!

Obviously I'm going to check again as soon as I get back home from work in an hour, so fingers crossed for the little trooper!!

 

[Lynda B]

It's always hard to euthanize any pet, but it's part of the job we signed on for when we got them. Hope he makes it.