Ringworm

Ringworm

Ringworm in Cats Guide: Here you'll find in-depth information on Ringworm in cats including its causes, symptoms, and treatments.

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Ringworm in Cats: An Overview

Ringworm is an infection of the superficial layers of the skin and of the hair fibers by one of a group of fungi, which are called dermatophytes.This superficial fungal infection causes few if any traumatic clinical signs in affected animals. However, it needs to be managed carefully because it is extremely contagious. When they do appear, signs of dermatophyte infection in cats include circular regions of hair loss with varying degrees of crusting and scaly

Symptoms of Ringworm in Cats

Despite its name, “ringworm” infection is not caused by a worm. It is a parasitic fungal infection of the superficial layers of the skin and hair fibers. In cats, almost all ringworm infections are caused by the fungus, Microsporum canis. This is a highly contagious fungus that can be spread between pets and even to people. If your cat is displaying any of the following symptoms of ringworm, make a quick appointment with your local

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