# 5 Most Common Fish Diseases and How To Treat Them

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Podcast: [The Aquarist's Edge](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-aquarist-s-edge-7046041)
Published: 2026-07-10T10:04:52+00:00
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## Resource

In today's episode of The Aquarist's Edge, Art explores the five most common fish diseases every freshwater aquarist eventually faces: white spot (ich), fin rot, fungal infections, velvet, and dropsy. He explains exactly how to identify and treat each one. Whether you're struggling with a tank suddenly covered in white spots or worried about ragged fins, this episode is packed with clear treatment plans you can use straight away. Learn what's really happening to your fish, from the protective slime coat and the role of stress, to the parasite life cycles that make treatment timing so important. You'll also learn the clever torch trick that reveals velvet before it's too late, and why water quality and quarantining new fish prevent more outbreaks than any medication ever will. ⭐ Enjoying the podcast? Please leave a review as it helps other fishkeepers find the show. ☕ Support the show by buying Art a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/artsfishroom

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