Fridged Axolotl Now Bleeding

[axolotlbuddy]

Hey everyone,

I made a post last week about my axolotl shedding his slime coat and turning red/swollen. I took AMurry24537's advice and put him in the fridge in some spring water; thankfully, he has returned to a normal color and is no longer peeling - though he still has some spots on his head. Today, however, I was offering him some bloodworms before his water change (since he is moving around more and was interested in food the other day) and noticed that he was bleeding from his side. He has red spots behind each arm, as well. There is nothing in his hospital tank for him to injure himself on and I am 99% sure I didn't accidentally bump him.

How can I stop the bleeding? Does anyone know what might be causing it + the red patches behind his arms?

Would a tea bath help? If so, how do I perform one?
I've attached pictures of him looking healthier two days ago + the bleeding and red spots today.

Thank you all again for your help <3

 

[AMurry24537]

Oh no! I'm glad he was looking better, but so sorry to hear about this new issue!! At a guess, I would say this is further related to the deterioration of the slime coat. It acts as both a barrier for their skin and a kind of lubricant. I'm no expert, but it could be that, a sudden twist on his part may have strained the skin into stretching and breaking. Again, this is my best guess; I am by no means a vet.

A tea bath may help to soothe the skin and hopefully rebuild the slime coat a bit. This website: So You Have a Sick Lot….
has a pretty good guide as to how to do it, but you have to scroll down a fair way. Fortunately, you have the advantage of already having at least one tub for this! Do what you can to keep him as quiet, still, and away from anything that might startle him.

If I were you, I would definitely give a tea bath a try, but I would also probably go to a vetrinarian, ESPECIALLY if the bleeding doesn't stop within the next few hours.

Again, sorry to hear that your little buddy and you are going through this! I hope you won't mind if I pray for both of you?