How Do You Rid A Cat Of Ringworm?
Feline ringworm (dermatophytosis) isn’t caused by a worm, but a fungus that affects your cat’s skin. The Merck Veterinary Manual notes that 98 percent of feline ringworm cases are caused by Microsporum canis, a specific type of dermatophyte. Ridding your cat of ringworm is not only important for the welfare of your pet, but that of you and your family. Ringworm is a zoonotic disease–shared between both animals and humans. Children in particular are at risk. Take your cat to a veterinarian rather than self-diagnosing ringworm. Ringworm does not present in felines the same way it does in humans. You won’t notice a ring-shaped rash, but a scaly, gray patch where fur is missing, usually around the ears, nostrils, nails, neck and tail. Allow your cat’s vet to perform the requisite tests to diagnose ringworm. Light from a Wood’s lamp may be cast over your pet’s skin (ringworm will appear florescent), or a culture of your cat’s skin may be taken and viewed under a microscope to determine the
