Why does my cat have dry skin patches? Could it be ringworm?

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• Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on February 7th, 2018

  This is suspicious of ringworm (a fungal infection of the skin). This could also be due to a yeast or bacteria infection, but I think it's much more likely to be ringworm..
  
  It's best to have a veterinarian examine her, because ringworm can spread to different parts of the body and can spread to people. Also, the more involved the infection, the longer it will take to clear. The vet will be able to definitively diagnose it and give the best treatment
  
  For now, you can apply an antifungal cream (miconazole, or ketaconazole) to the are twice a day. You can also clean it with an antifungal shampoo prior to putting the cream on it. I recommend washing your hands anytime you touch Aji to help prevent it from possibly spreading. For more information about ringworm and how to prevent spread, please click on the links below:
  
  https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/ringworm-in-cats
  
  https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/diseases/ringworm.html
  
  I hope that helps and Aji gets better soon.
  

  

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• Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on May 26th, 2018

  This is suspicious of ringworm (a fungal infection of the skin). This could also be due to a yeast or bacteria infection.
  
  It's best to get it diagnosed by a veterinarian, because ringworm can spread to different parts of the body and can spread to people. Also, the more involved the infection, the longer it will take to clear.
  
  For now, I recommend washing your hands anytime you touch Sox. For more information about ringworm and how to prevent spread, please click on the links below:
  
  https://www.petcoach.co/article/ringworm-in-cats/
  
  https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/diseases/ringworm.html
  
  I hope that helps and Sox gets better soon.
  
  

  

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