Can cats get ringworm and how can you treat it?

Ringworm is a fungal infection that can affect both humans and animals, including cats. It is highly contagious and can be transmitted from one infected animal to another, or from an infected animal to a human.

If you suspect that your cat has ringworm, it's important to take them to the vet as soon as possible for diagnosis and treatment. Symptoms of ringworm in cats include circular lesions on the skin, scaly patches, and hair loss. The lesions may be itchy or painful, and they may spread to other areas of the body.

There are several treatment options for ringworm in cats, including topical antifungal creams, oral antifungal medications, and medicated shampoos. Your vet may also recommend isolating your cat from other animals and humans until the infection has cleared up to prevent it from spreading.

To help prevent ringworm in cats, it's important to keep your cat's living area clean and disinfected, and to avoid contact with infected animals. If you have other cats or pets in the household, it's important to keep them separated from the infected cat until they have been treated and cleared of the infection.