Good news, swelling gone down and fish now looking normal.
I wonder if it was an abcess or something similar.

Anyway, problem solved and all glass catfish are looking good.

thanks

The swelling has stabilised , but he still has his body cavity blown up like a ballon.
He is still feeding well. Any ideas on what should be done?

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