Ringworm in cats can usually infect the skin, hair, or talons of the animal. You should be especially attentive to the health of your pet, especially since this infectious disease is easily transmitted from cats to humans.
Instructions
Step 1
Remember that at the slightest suspicion of ringworm, the cat must be taken to the veterinarian, and the living area must be thoroughly washed and disinfected.
Step 2
Take a close look at the cat's face, limbs and tail. If you notice round spots with bald patches, scales or crusts on them, wash your hands thoroughly and take the animal to the veterinary clinic for examination. If the spots are of an irregular shape, then it may be vitamin deficiency, about which it also does not interfere with consulting a specialist.
Step 3
If you own a Persian cat, probe it thoroughly. In this breed, the symptoms of ringworm are not so pronounced. The fact that the "Persian" has lichen can only be evidenced by small subcutaneous nodules.
Step 4
If the cat's coat is shiny, then this sign does not always speak in favor of the fact that the cat is healthy. Put on gloves and hold the cat in your arms. Examine it carefully. If your cat has abscesses or blisters on its skin, take it to a doctor immediately.
Step 5
If the cat leaves behind shreds of fur during seasonal molting, then such increased hair loss can also be one of the signs of ringworm.
Step 6
If your cat is constantly brushing its ears, look for the auricles. It is possible that their edges are affected by shingles.
Step 7
Notice if her claws are deformed. In the event that the claws are of an irregular shape, it is likely that they are affected by this disease.
Step 8
If your cat has been diagnosed with ringworm by luminescence or bacteriological analysis at the veterinary clinic, ask to check the animal for other diseases. A healthy cat can successfully fight fungus, even if its spores are on its fur and skin.
Step 9
Contact a dermatologist, pass all the necessary tests to exclude the possibility of infection. Be sure to clean and disinfect your living area daily until your cat is completely healthy.
