Gill problem

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ashley

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My axolotl has something strange at the base of the center gill branch on each side of his head. It appears that one of the tiny gill feathers has swollen up so it is three or four times the normal size (I tried to take a picture but you couldn't see it). Again, it happened in the same spot on both sides. Otherwise, he seems healthy and normal. Anyone have any idea what the cause or treatment might be? Thanks!
 
For what I understand I dont see any problem. But a picture would help
 
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