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6 Φεβ 2024 · Fungal skin infections (including Ringworm) While there are multiple fungal infections, the one that strikes worry in most pet owners is ringworm , caused by Microsporum species. Despite the name, ringworm is not, in fact, a worm.
19 Οκτ 2023 · Ringworm is a fungal infection that can cause circular lesions on your dog’s skin. Despite its name, it is not caused by any worm or parasite. It can however spread to humans and other animals, so it’s important to know the signs. This page features 12 pictures of ringworm in dogs, ranging from mild to severe
24 Ιουλ 2024 · Learn to recognize common skin conditions in dogs in this WebMD slideshow. See pictures of mange, ringworm, yeast infection, anal sac disease, seborrhea, allergic reaction, and more.
Ringworm, also called dermatophytosis, is a highly contagious skin disease caused by three types of fungus: Microsporum canis (about 70% of cases in dogs), Microsporum gypseum (about 20%), or Trichophyton metagrophytes (about 10%).
Infected dogs develop bald, scaly patches with broken hairs. Dogs may also develop acne-like bumps on the skin. The most common sites affected by ringworm are the face, ear tips, tail, and feet. Ringworm is diagnosed by fungal culture, examination with an ultraviolet lamp, and direct microscopic examination of hair or skin scale.
24 Φεβ 2024 · Side-by-side images of a dog’s skin showing ringworm and demodex. Description: Ringworm: Circular patches with a clear border, hair loss, and possibly a scaly center.
20 Φεβ 2024 · Ringworm, despite its name, is not a worm but a fungal infection that affects dogs, humans, and other animals. It is a zoonotic disease, meaning it can be spread between animals and humans. Ringworm is technically called dermatophytosis because it is caused by fungi called dermatophytes.
