Permanent Cat Ringworm Cure: Home Remedies for Hair Los

Since the arrival of summer, many cats and dogs have been affected by skin diseases. Many pet owners have expressed their frustration: their cats have contracted ringworm, and despite spending thousands of dollars on treatments, the condition has not been cured. They've tried sprays, ointments, medications, and even medicated baths, only to see minimal results. What can they do?

Don't worry, treating ringworm in cats is actually not as difficult as it seems. Once you understand the cause, you can eliminate it completely and prevent recurrence!

What is Ringworm in Cats?

Ringworm in cats is a skin condition caused by fungal infection, with 98% of cases being caused by Microsporum canis.

Causes: A damp, hot living environment, poor cat health, and the lack of resistance in kittens can all make cats more susceptible to ringworm. Additionally, due to the highly contagious nature of the fungus, ringworm can also spread between animals.

Symptoms of Ringworm

Areas affected by ringworm typically show symptoms like hair loss and itching. The hair in the affected area becomes brittle and breaks easily, forming circular or elliptical ringworm spots with gray scales. In severe cases, these spots can spread throughout the body.

Cats may scratch at the itchy areas, leading to secondary bacterial infections and the formation of pustular ringworm. Note: These symptoms are not specific to ringworm and are similar to those of many other skin conditions, so they cannot be used to make a definitive diagnosis.

How to Diagnose Ringworm

1. Wood's Lamp Examination

● Procedure: In a dark room, use a Wood's lamp to shine on the suspected infected area. If ringworm fungus is present, it will produce a green or yellowgreen fluorescence.

● Advantages: Quick and easy, no sampling required.

● Disadvantages: Not all ringworm fungi produce fluorescence, so the accuracy rate is only about 40%.

2. Skin Scraping Examination

If you're unsure whether your cat has ringworm, it's best to visit a veterinary clinic for a skin scraping examination or fungal culture. Although it takes some time, the accuracy is higher.

How to Treat Ringworm

Step 1: Immediate Isolation and Disinfection

Once you confirm that your cat has ringworm, isolate it immediately and thoroughly disinfect the indoor environment and items your cat has come into contact with. Also, make sure to wash your hands with disinfectant after each contact with your cat to prevent the spread of ringworm to humans or other animals.

Step 2: Medication Based on the Severity of Infection

1. Small Area Infection

For small areas of infection, first clean off the scales and scabs with saline solution, then disinfect with iodine, and finally apply Dasatin (ketоконазол cream) three times a day. Also, make sure to fit your cat with an Elizabethan collar to prevent it from licking the affected area.

2. Large Area Infection

For larger areas of infection, use Pipette (terbinafine hydrochloride spray) topically, along with oral antifungal medications. The currently recommended oral medication is itraconazole, 510mg/kg, taken once daily. Oral medications can break the vicious cycle and prevent the disease from worsening, but they can put a strain on your cat's liver and kidneys, so they are only recommended for cats over 3 months old. Pregnant queens and cats with impaired liver function should not use them.

Step 3: Nutritional Support

Since ringworm indicates a weakened immune system in cats, it's important to supplement their nutrition during treatment. You can feed them fish oil, lecithin, and Supervit (vitamin B complex solution) to help their hair grow faster and their skin recover quicker.

How to Prevent Ringworm Recurrence

1. Keep the Environment Clean: Regularly clean your cat's living area, maintain dryness and ventilation, and frequently expose the cat bed to sunlight.

2. Strengthen Nutrition: Provide your cat with balanced nutrition to boost its immune system.

3. Regular Checks: Regularly comb your cat's fur and observe its skin condition to detect and treat ringworm early, preventing it from worsening.

4. More Sunlight: Sunlight helps keep your cat's fur dry and has a certain杀菌 effect.

While ringworm can be pesky, with the right treatment methods, appropriate ointments, and consistent application, you can manage it effectively. If you encounter any issues, don't hesitate to seek help from a professional veterinarian.