Discus died

[AtTheBeach]

Does anyone know what this condition might be? It was unilateral, so not likely HITH. We began Kanaplex the day after this photo was taken, but she progressed rapidly and died three days later. She was a mature ~2yo that had been the dominant animal in the group of 5 discus. She produced fry prolifically, and always seemed somewhat off when her slime coat sloughed off.

 

[cdr63corv]

No expert by any means, been keeping discus for about 4 years now. Just an observation but every female I've had that starts laying eggs prolifacally, I have lost. I believe when they lay eggs all the time they get run down and something seems to get them one way or another. I've bought another tank and separate the males from females now, only allowing them together when I want breeding to occur. With a break after every 2 breedings. Works well for me, it's heartbreaking to lose one of your prized discus haven't had any losses in quite a while now. Curious what you think and sorry for your loss

 

[A201]

Sorry for your loss. IMO the problem does look to be HITH.

The white goo looks to be pus oozing out of the inflamed pores.

I don't think antibiotics are very effective against HITH. Metronidazole laced food is your best bet in advance cases.

If you catch it early enough, upping the water changes and maybe adding an additional vitamin enriched food is enough to head off the disease.