Section 1: Visual Diagnostic Guide

1.1 Physical Symptoms Atlas

• Ulcer Disease: Circular lesions with red margins (3 progression stages)

• Anchor Worm: 1cm white threads with forked tails

• Costia: Velvety skin patches under 10x magnification

1.2 Behavioral Indicators

SymptomPossible ConditionsUrgency LevelFlashingParasites (80%)ImmediateLethargyBacterial (55%)24-hour windowGaspingOxygen deprivationCritical

Section 2: Disease-Specific Protocols

2.1 Bacterial Infections

• Columnaris Treatment:

  • Day 1-3: Kanamycin bath (200mg/10gal)

  • Day 4-7: Nitrofurazone feed

  • Water temp: Maintain 72°F

2.2 Parasitic Infestations

• Ichthyophthirius:

  • Salt dip protocol (3% for 30 sec)

  • Malachite green dosage chart

  • Life cycle interruption methods

Section 3: Prevention Systems

3.1 Quarantine Procedures

• 40-day isolation protocol

• Prophylactic treatments

• Water parameter log templates

3.2 Nutritional Defense

• Garlic supplementation schedule

• Vitamin C dosage calculator

• Seasonal diet adjustments

Section 4: Emergency Response

4.1 Medication Quick-Reference

• Antibiotic compatibility chart

• pH adjustment formulas

• Aeration requirements during treatment

4.2 Veterinary Coordination

• When to seek professional help

• Sample collection techniques

• Telemedicine options

Section 5: Case Studies

• 2019 KHV outbreak analysis

• Successful lymphocystis treatment

• Pond rehabilitation after pesticide exposure

Appendices

• Water testing frequency guide

• Medication suppliers directory

• Temperature conversion charts