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Quote: Originally Posted by JasPR at the water's edge. I think this is a great example of where a medical professional begins and amateur health advisor's end. In today's world, koi medicine has left the area of water treatment and topical first aid. Because of the monetary value of fish and their emotional value as unique pieces of living art, koi medicine is rising to level of mammalian medicine. This is a good thing! It also means that amateur enthusiasts should realize that they are not veterinarians. They are not trained or licensed to 'invade' a fish's body that is owned by another person, dealership or business. It is illegal and actionable. There is a vast difference between treating your own fish and the fish of close club members vs.treating/injecting/operating on the public's fish. Please keep this in mind. Currently there are many hobbyists who have forgotten this 'water's edge' and are practicing Veterinary medicine without a license under the illusion that they are trained professionals. A word to the wise------ JR

Right on track, as usual, JR.

Don, I'm glad your baby is getting help. You should post a pic of her so we can see what she looks like.