Upside down PBT

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I have a PBT that is swimming upside down and cannot stay upright. Its stomach is visibly distended. Im assuming swim bladder. Has anyone done needle decompression or have any ideas to fix the issue. It is in a hospital tank and we started Reefgrow fish first aid today.


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I tried on a african leopard but was unsuccessful. I think partly because the body was so dark and it went way too far before I could get a syringe. That being said I think i have a new one left over if you decide to give it a go. Just need to remember where i stored them.

Here is the best youtube video i could find at the time I was trying it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsWh0aQOWts

Also dont attempt it yourself. You'll need a second set of hands to try and help hold it still. The wrasse flopped so bad when i stuck him that I'm sure I did more damage internally.
 

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