Iridovirus dwarf gourami disease

Iridovirus dwarf gourami disease is a widespread consequence caused by the poor genetics of the dwarf gourami, a popular fish in the aquarium trade. It is the result of severe inbreeding.[2] Despite being unable to develop the disease, other gourami become prone to infection if a dwarf gourami in the tank gets the Iridovirus. Once symptoms develop, the gourami's mortality rate reaches 100% and there is no cure nor treatment.

Iridovirus dwarf gourami disease
Dwarf gouramis infected with another disease displaying ulcers, a common symptom of DGD
SpecialtyAquarium disease
SymptomsLoss of colour, loss of appetite and deterioration of muscle.[1]
ComplicationsNecrosis of the kidney and spleen
Usual onset1 day-6 months post exposure
CausesIridovirus likened by inbreeding
Risk factorsHighly infectious amongst Gourami
Diagnostic methodObservation of symptoms
PreventionObtaining Dwarf gourami from reputable sources, keeping them in a low-stress environment. Once infected, avoid adding any gourami to the aquarium for a period of three months
TreatmentNone, always fatal
MedicationNone

References

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  1. ^ "DGD". helpusfish. April 2020. Retrieved 14 January 2022.
  2. ^ "DG inbreeding". tankaddict. Retrieved 14 January 2022.