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 Health Information - Ringworm |
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| It's that time of year
again for skin irritations such as ringworm, which is a fungus that
is extremely common in rainy, damp weather like we're currently experiencing
here in Northern California this winter. Ringworm is not a "worm"
like the internal parasites roundworm and tapeworm; rather it is a
fungus of the skin transmitted through spores in the environment from
animal to animal or animal to people and people to animals. In cats
it causes hair loss, much like a bald spot and is typically found
on eartips and toes, as well as balding areas all over the body in
severe cases. Ringworm does not form scabs. (If an animal has scabs
on his or her body, this is usually dermatitis caused by allergies,
most frequently allergic to flea bites and is dealt with by applying
Front Line, Advantage, or other flea control medications as well as
a Cortisone shot administered by your local veterinarian as well as
given Linatone supplement which is rich in fatty acids to promote
healing and fur growth. Dermatitis is not contagious.) Be careful when treating animals or people for ringworm by wearing protective clothing such as long sleeved workshirts, surgeon gloves and washing yourself and all surfaces thoroughly with a 1:3 ratio of bleach and water or a strong veterinarian strength disinfectant solution prior to touching other people or animals. Our favorite medication for ringworm and other skin disorders is Fungisan which is a topical fungicidal and germicidal spray that promotes hair growth and healing of the skin and is available at Pet Food Express stores or from Dr's. Foster & Smith on line or catalogs. Don't despair if it takes a long time for the ringworm to disappear as a case of ringworm can range from 4 weeks to 8 weeks and even longer, depending on the severity of the case and the particular cat's immune system. We have discovered from trial and error and vet tips that the Program tablet for monthly flea treatments small dogs size 11-20 lbs and cats up to 6 lbs also helps treat ringworm and promote skin healing - the cats like the taste too since it's a meat flavored tablet that some of them chew when we give it to them. In some severe cases your vet may prescribe a medication such as Fulvicin that must be taken with fatty foods, such as canned food for cats and supplements such as Nutrical or Linatone to prevent liver problems down the road for the cat. There are baths available too, but we have found that Fungisan is much simpler and easier to administer and works great! We always recommend giving Fatty Acid supplements, such as Linatone and Lipiderm to animals with skin or coat conditions to help promote healing and fur growth. The strays we work with arrive here at Town Cats in all sorts of condition, so we use quite a few supplements...Their coats will grow in quite luxurious - in fact, giving supplements to your pet will ensure healthy animals with gorgeous coats for many years. Links to more information: http://www.fabcats.org/is30.html |
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