Does Swim Bladder Disease Go Away?

Depending on the cause, swim bladder disorders may be temporary or permanent. If your fish has a permanent swim bladder disorder, they can still live a full and happy life with some lifestyle modifications.

How do you cure swim bladder disease?

Remedies. A remedy, which can work within hours, perhaps by countering constipation, is to feed green pea to affected fish. Fish surgeons can also adjust the buoyancy of the fish by placing a stone in the swim bladder or performing a partial removal of the bladder.

What is the fastest way to cure swim bladder?

Treatment. If an enlarged stomach or intestine is thought to be the cause of a swim bladder disorder, the first course of action is to not feed the fish for three days. At the same time, increase the water temperature to 78-80 degrees Fahrenheit and leave it there during treatment.