Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Check for symptoms of stress. Check for symptoms of disease. Diagnose bacterial infections. Diagnose fungal infections. Diagnose parasite infections. Diagnose other illness.

Answer: Your fish will not be acting like they normally do. They may seem distressed, have no appetite, hide, have nicked fins or sores. If your fish is near the surface gasping for breath, this means it's probably not getting enough oxygen. This can happen due to poor water circulation, gill damage, or toxins in the water. Fish that are always in hiding indicate that either its companions are too aggressive or the tank doesn't have enough cover such as plants or rocks for the fish to feel safe while swimming. Fish with nicked fins or wounds that don't heal might be the target of aggression from other fish. Minor cuts should heal quickly. Stress may be suppressing the fish's immune system so it can't heal normally. Check to make sure you have followed good care and maintenance techniques and remove aggressive fish. Fish can get diseases such as parasites, fungus or infections. If your fish is sick, then that fish has likely been stressed for some reason. On top of treating the disease, you will need to remove the stressors to ensure the fish gets better and no others get sick. Fish who are sick may not seem hungry or may spit out food. Sick fish may lay at the bottom of the tank for long periods of time and seem lethargic. Some sick fish may rub their body on tank decor to scratch themselves. Sick fish often acquire a dull color and turn pale or gray. The tails or fins of sick fish may be clumped, closed, stiff, or seem to be falling apart. Sick fish will have open sores, white patches, lumps or spots on their body. Some sick fish may have swollen or protruding eyes. Differences in scale appearance could indicate disease, such as if scales are raised. An abnormally swollen or hollow belly is another sign of a sick fish. Fish with bacterial infections can be very sick. The bacteria causing the infection can be either gram positive or gram negative but unless you consult a veterinarian you may not know which type of bacteria is the problem. Your fish may require antibiotic treatment. Tail Rot or Fin RotFins or tails appear to be getting shorter or falling apart with reddish areas that may be infected. DropsyA fish with dropsy may have a bloated belly, raised scales and have a pine-cone appearance. Popeye (Exopthalmia)The fish may have cloudy, protruding eyes or a bubble over the eye region. One or both eyes can be affected. TuberculosisFish affected with tuberculosis may die suddenly. Symptoms can include open sores, body deformities, raised scales, fin and tail rot, and gray lesions. People can catch this deadly disease from handling infected fish. Do not handle sick fish and disinfect your hands after touching tank equipment. Septicemia (Red Streaks)The fish may have bloody red streaks across its body or fins. They may also have clamped fins, bloating, ulcers, gasp for air and lethargy. Like bacteria, fungus is naturally present in your tank. When fish are stressed or injured, the mucous layer they produce that protects them from infection becomes damaged. They are then susceptible to fungus. Cotton Wool DiseaseThere may be white, yellowish-brown, or whitish-gray growth on the body, fins or mouth. These growths may look like cotton tufts and can appear on the top of the fish as well. There could be redness around infected areas, along with lethargy, loss of appetite and body rubbing. Fish with internal parasites may have a normal appetite but still appear to lose weight. They may also be lethargic. Ich (Ichthyophthirius)This condition is caused by a parasite and will show up as white dots all over the fish's body and head that look like salt. Fins may be clamped. VelvetThe fish may be lethargic, have clamped fins, poor appetite, loss of color, may dart about and rub its body against decor and substrate. Body Slime InfectionA fish with this condition will be covered in a white film that can be raised in some areas, cloudy eyes and clamped fins. Some diseases are syndromes that can have multiple causes, such as viral, bacterial, fungal, parasitic or genetic. You may need to consult the advice of a specialist to figure out what is causing the disease. Swim Bladder Disease (SBD) or BloatYour fish may have trouble swimming, not be able to stay upright, or swim on his side. Puffy GillsThis condition causes inflamed, reddish gills and gasping for breath.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Apply medicated cream to the rash. Avoid direct sunlight or extreme cold. Take cold water baths and showers. Switch to mild soap or herbal body wash. Wear soft cotton clothing. Continue to take antiviral drugs.

Answer: Your doctor may prescribe anti allergy creams or medication to help with any discomfort or itching. You can also buy over-the-counter antihistamine cream to help with these symptoms. Apply the cream as directed on the package. These are both triggering factors for HIV rashes, and can make your HIV rash worse. If you are going to go outside, apply sunscreen to your body to protect your skin or wear long sleeves and pants. Wear a coat and warm clothing when going outside to avoid exposing your skin to extreme cold. Hot water will irritate your rash. Skip the hot baths or showers and go for a cold water bath or sponge bath to soothe your skin. You can use lukewarm water and pat, rather than rub, at your skin in the shower or the bath. Apply an all natural moisturizer to your skin to help it heal, such as creams that contain coconut oil or aloe vera, as soon as you get out of the bath or shower. The top layer of your skin is like a sponge, so applying moisturizer once you have stimulated your pores will trap water inside your skin and prevent dryness. Chemical based soap can irritate your skin and cause dryness and itching. Look for mild soap, such as baby soap, or herbal body wash at your local drugstore. Avoid products that contain chemicals such as Petrolatum; Methyl-, Propyl-, Butyl-, Ethylparaben; and Propylene Glycol. These are all synthetic ingredients that can irritate your skin or cause an allergic reaction. You can also make your own herbal body wash with natural moisturizers like olive oil, aloe vera, and almond oil. Be sure to apply all natural moisturizer right after your bath or shower and throughout the day to keep your skin hydrated. Clothing made of synthetic or non breathable fibers can cause you to sweat and make your skin more irritated. Tight clothing can also rub against your skin and worsen the HIV rash. Let the anti-HIV medication prescribed by your doctor run its course. It will improve your t-cell count and can treat symptoms like HIV rash, as long as you are not having an allergic reaction to the medicine.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Visit with all the puppies in a litter. Assess each puppy's health. Ask about the litter's medical history to this point. Choose your puppy.

Answer:
To find the right Yorkie, you need to see how they act with their siblings. Check the puppies for shyness. If 4 out of 5 puppies run away or act afraid of you, they may have a genetic predisposition for shyness. Odds are the 1 brave puppy has the same genetic coding, so you should look for the perfect Yorkshire Terrier in another litter or with another breeder. Watch the puppies play with each other. Normal puppies are curious, friendly, and like to play. Look for warning signs: is the puppy anxious? Fearful? Aggressive? Ask the breeder if you can spend some time with each of the available puppies individually. To find the right Yorkie, you need to make sure the puppy is healthy and evaluate how they act when not surrounded by their siblings. Inspect the puppy's fur, eyes, rear end and ears. A healthy Yorkshire Terrier puppy will have clear eyes, a clear nose, a shiny coat, and clean ears. An ill puppy may have a matted or shabby coat, discharge, a cough, a potbelly, and dirty ears. Test the puppies' hearing. Make a loud noise and see if the puppy reacts. A puppy with good hearing will react right away and then become curious about what caused the sound. Puppies require frequent vet visits for vaccinations and checkups in their early months. Have the puppies already been treated for heartworm and parasites or been given their vaccinations? If not, you will have to pay for all of those procedures out of pocket. Remember that you are choosing a Yorkie puppy, the puppy is not choosing you. If you select the puppy that runs right up and jumps all over you, you may end up with the most energetic puppy in the litter, and have regrets later on. Choose the puppy that has the best personality and is not too bossy nor too timid. A Yorkie with a good nature will wag its tail, not bully its siblings, and not growl or bite. Do not choose a puppy that has any behavioral or health concerns.