Cures for Ringworm in Cows

Ringworm is an infectious skin disease caused by the spore-forming fungus Trichophyton verrucosum. The disease can occur in all mammals, including cows, and the spores can remain active in the environment for years. Ringworm is spread by direct contact with an infected animal, as the spores easily fall away from the infected area. Though very contagious and unpleasant to look at, ringworm causes minimal damage to the skin.

  1. Identification

    • Contact with active Trichophyton verrucosum spores causes them to multiply and invade the hair shafts and epidermal skin layers.

    Features

    • The infection causes a discharge to issue from the sight of the infection, and this puss mixes with skin and hair debris to form a hard, flaky scab.

    Topical Treatments

    • Topical treatments to cure ringworm include cleaning the area with iodine and using a fungicide to combat the ringworm fungal infection.

    Effects

    • Once the spores enter the hair shaft, the infection spreads out from that location, forming a circular sore. Then the scabbing falls off of the sore, leaving a bare center inside of the infectious ring.

    Considerations

    • In cows, ringworm can be cured without treatment over time. The fresh air, vitamins and nutrients will help boost the cow's immunity to fight off the skin disease.

    Types

    • Topical treatments to cure ringworm include cleaning the area with iodine and using a fungicide to combat the ringworm fungal infection.