Ringworm is one of the most common fungal infections that can show up in cats, dogs and humans. Typically, it appears on the scalp or skin, but can sometimes show up on the nails. Luckily, it is easily treated with over-the-counter medications.
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What is Ringworm?
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Ringworm is a fungal infection. It is easily passed from infected animal or person to infected animal or person.
Where Does Ringworm Come From?
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Most of the time, the ringworm fungus can be found on an infected animal or where the animal eats and sleeps. The spores can leave the host and live for up to 2 years.
Ringworm Transmission
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The ringworm fungus is passed along by direct contact. If you have a dog that is infected and it isn't treated, it can be passed along to you.
Treatment of Ringworm
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Treatment of a ringworm infection is easy. Just about any ointment that contains miconazole or thiabendazole will clear up the infection.
Athlete's Foot and Vaginal Creams
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Over-the-counter ointments used to treat vaginal infections and athlete's foot can be used on ringworm. Monistat-7 is a vaginal cream that contains miconazole and is effective against ringworm. In addition, creams such as Lotrimin-Af have a high success rate in the treatment of ringworm.
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