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Old 02-29-2008, 09:28 AM
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Default Re: ich again!!!

The only two proven methods that will work EVERY time if done correctly are Copper and Hyposalinity. I prefer hyposalinity, but you must have a refractometer to do it, hydrometers aren't accurate enough. Either method requires treatment in a q-tank. Also, like previously mentioned, the main DT needs to remain fishless for 6 weeks to guarantee that all of the ich parasites within the tank are dead.

Here's a couple links on ich treatment methods.

ATJ's Marine Aquarium Site - Reference - Marine "Ich"
Marine Ich/Cryptocaryon irritans - A Discussion of this Parasite and the Treatment Options Available, Part I by Steven Pro - Reefkeeping.com
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