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If there is a mechanical/physical reason for it to not be eating, then there are some of things you might try.
Even if the fish is injured or healing, the addition of liquid vitamins (I'd suggest Vita-Chem) to the water itself to be prudent. Follow directions for adding it to the water.
Second, I'd add a gram negative antibiotic to the water (Maracyn Two for Saltwater fish also contains an appetite stimulant).
Third, I'd add vitamin B-12 to the water. Pre-dissolve the crushed vitamin tablets in marine water, then add that water to the tank prior to a feeding. The rate is 2000 mcg (usually the tablets are in 500 mcg size) for every 20 gallons of saltwater. Do this twice per day about 30 minutes before a feeding attempt.
B-12 is not stable in saltwater. There won't be much of a build up. Do every-other-day water changes. You should consider doing all three at the same time.
Good luck!
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