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Ringworm
Ringworm is a contagious skin infection caused by fungus. All questions concerning causes, symptoms, treatments and prevention can be found here.
433 Questions
What kind of antibiotics cures ringworm in dogs puppies kittens and cats?
Antibiotics do not cure ringworm. You need to either use a Sulfer Lyme dip solution (dip once every 5-7 days and this stains clothing, smells like a batch of hardboiled eggs, and turns light colored cats yellow) or use a shampoo like Malaseb shampoo that contains 2% miconozol.
The steps to curing ringworm depend on how far the infection has progressed. If the skin has begun flaking and has open sores, it is most often infected. At this point it is essential that proper medical services be sought. The patient will probably have to take antibiotics to counter the infection, followed by creams, ointments, and oils to kill the fungus.
However, if the fungus is caught early enough, then curing ringworm is a relatively simple process. The subject simply must apply special creams and oils, most often recommended by a pharmacist.
Note: Ringworm is highly contagious, so to fully heal from any stage of ringworm, a subject must make sure to do the following:
- Keep a clean and dry environment for their wound. Keep it non-humid.
- Prevent cross-contamination. Subject should rigorously wash any surface that may be contaminated to prevent re- contamination. Effective methods of killing the tinea fungus include bleaching clothing, bedsheets, etc.
How do you kill ringworm fungus in saltwater pool?
Pee. I know it sounds gross, but ringworm is killed by urine. I know there is a lot of controversy around the difference between peeing in the pool and peeing into the pool, but in this case i would recommend the latter. Or you could just raise the PH balance. Why did you go for saltwater anyhow? Good old-fashioned chlorine.
Can you use Lotrimin cream on a cats ringworm?
No, for two reasons. First, cats groom themselves by licking their fur - any Lotrimin cream you put on a cat's skin is going to be eaten. Second, cats are not little humans - they react very differently to drugs than humans do. Just because Lotrimin is safe for humans does not mean it isn't toxic to cats.
Your veterinarian can help you get your cat's ringworm under control; I suggest a visit to have your cat evaluated and appropriate medication prescribed.
Ringworm contrary to popular belief is not a worm but a fungal infection of the skin. Direct contact with infected people, animals, or inanimate objects (such as clothing, showers, pools, toilets etc.) transmits the fungal infection. It is highly contagious.
What kind of parasite is ringworm?
RINGWORM is in fact not a parasite, but a fungi. The scientific term for Ringworm is "Tinea" which means "growing worm". (thus here is the origin of the worm part of ringworm, ring is obviously the shape in which the fungi grows, in a circle) It is a common mistake to think that ringworm is a parasite. but it is in fact a fungi.
Can you scrub your sons ringworm scalp?
No it cant, Go to the doctor and they should give you some ointment to put on it.
Is it ok to get a haircut if you have ringworm?
I wouldn't recomend getting a haircut if your ringworm is on your skull where the blades or clippers would be cutting. If your getting a trim with scissors i do not see the problem. ringworm is contageous so watch for it and make sure to concile it during your daily activities.
Varicose* veins are twisted, enlarged veins near the surface of the skin. They are most common in the legs and ankles. They usually aren't serious, but they can sometimes lead to other problems.
Tinactin is an anti fungal that claims to cure Ringworm. Ringworm is a fungal infection that can be stubborn. No product can cure all ringworm but Tinactin has a reputation of curing most cases.
After treatment has been started for ringworm on dogs is the ringworm still infectious?
"Ringworm" is a fungus infection; it is not a worm. The type of fungus infection on the dog, may or may not be contagious to people. Odds are that it is contagious to people until it is 'cured'.
This is most likely it is Psoriasis, or Eczema. You are probably having a adverse reaction to the type of cloth on your shirt and shoes. It could be the detergent your using. Possibly allergies to something you came in contact with. I suffered with a similar problem
Altabax is a medication used to treat skin surface issues. It is applies directly to the affected area of the skin to heal it.
Are ringworm treatments available to most people?
Yes, Ringworm is a fungal infection and there are treatments for it available form most good pharmacies without the need for a prescription.
What can you put on a ringworm to make it go away?
my friend said that his mom put a gold ring on it but most people put nail polish
Is ringworm similar to fairy rings?
Fungus and Mushrooms are related. Fairy Rings are those ring formations of mushrooms you'll see on lawns. Ringworm (actually a fungus, not a worm at all) is pretty similar in it's formation.
You could say yes, they are similar.. except, when you look at ringworm under a microscope, they look oval shaped, not at all like mushrooms.
on a side note, black mold (the toxic crap) looks like tiny mushrooms with lonnnng stems :)
Can you use TCP to treat ringworm?
The brand name antiseptic TCP should not be confused with the fungicide trichlorophenol, which it does not contain.
It may improve ringworm but is not a fungicidal treatment. For ringworm (Tinea fungus), you should use topical creams containing miconazole or clotrimazole, several of which are available over-the-counter.
