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Old February 7th 05, 09:11 PM
catlvr
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Can you get ring worm from a cat's fungal ear infection? I have looked
all over the internet and there are no difinitive answers, although
humans can definitely get ring worm from a cat who has ring worm.

My cat is being treated for a yeast infection in his ear, and I have
developed (what I think is) ring worm on my shoulder. The kitten may
also have ring worm because lately I have noticed lots of tufts of his
white fur all over the house. (He is a ragdoll and shouldn't shed much
at all.) This is the sick little ragdoll with possible FIP that I
bought from PHYLLIS MIKESELL of WEEPURRS who refuses to give me a
refund. (Sorry, had to throw that in - and yes, I am bitter.)

I am taking him to the vet this afternoon because he has been getting
anti-fungal ear drops for ten days and there has been no improvement. I
will also get him tested for ring worm at this time.

Between Simon's ear infections, his diarrhea all over the house, this
horrible breeder threatening to sue me for slander and now ring worm on
my shoulder, I am not a happy camper. Sorry to have digressed ... just
put me on an ice floe and push me out to sea.

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Old February 7th 05, 09:14 PM
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"catlvr" wrote in message
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Can you get ring worm from a cat's fungal ear infection? I have looked
all over the internet and there are no difinitive answers, although
humans can definitely get ring worm from a cat who has ring worm.


You could get ringworm from a cat that has ringworm, but not from an ear
infection. The cat may have ringworm but is not showing signs, although the
tufts of hair falling out is an indication.

I'm really sorry that now this has happened on top of everything else.


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Old February 8th 05, 06:48 PM
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On 7 Feb 2005 12:11:31 -0800, "catlvr" wrote:

Can you get ring worm from a cat's fungal ear infection?


No but they can get ringworm in the ear. Ringworm on cats is
frequently scaly and does not look the same as on humans for some
reason.

On humans it develops a puffy ring around the perimeter of the sore
and itches and burns like crazy. I rub some fungicide on it, cover it
with a band aid and in a few days it's better ( change the dressing
each day).

For cats, the topical I use is Lotrimin Ultra in the oil based
liquid. My vet says that penetrates better than the creams. Ringworm
is difficult to cure in an ill cat. Ask your vet about human drugs.
Lamisil at 5mg/lb is what I am giving one kitten right now and it is
safer than most internal medications for ringworm.

Program is safe enough but I find it won't do much for a kitten whose
immune system is already compromised.

The easiest test for ringworm is an ultraviolet ( Woods) light. Not
all ringworm will show up, but if the sore is apple green around the
edges, it's ringworm. Take the cat into a dark room or closet to
look. You may find a cheap light used for decoration at Home Depot or
a gift store like Spencers. The pet stores usually have them also.


Between Simon's ear infections, his diarrhea all over the house, this
horrible breeder threatening to sue me for slander and now ring worm on
my shoulder, I am not a happy camper. Sorry to have digressed ... just
put me on an ice floe and push me out to sea.


I'm so sorry. You can slow the diarrhea down somewhat by adding a
dollop or so of raw canned pumpkin to his food. That's not a cure,
but it will absorb moisture, slow down the passage of food through
the gut and give you both some relief. Ask your vet.

BarB

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Old February 8th 05, 08:08 PM
catlvr
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.... You can slow the diarrhea down somewhat by adding a
dollop or so of raw canned pumpkin to his food. That's not a cure,
but it will absorb moisture, slow down the passage of food through
the gut and give you both some relief. Ask your vet.

__________________________________________________ ______

Thanks so much, Barb. Great information!

I will definitely try the pumpkin and see if that helps. The vet gave
me these GIANT pills to give to the little guy but if there is
something more natural and easier to take, I'll do that. I'm sure he
will eat it mixed with his canned food because despite all that has
happened to him, he has a voracious appetite. His ear is finally better
and he seems a lot happier. If we can just get his tummy better, life
will be great.

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Old February 8th 05, 09:29 PM
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On 8 Feb 2005 11:08:34 -0800, "catlvr" wrote:

... You can slow the diarrhea down somewhat by adding a
dollop or so of raw canned pumpkin to his food. That's not a cure,
but it will absorb moisture, slow down the passage of food through
the gut and give you both some relief. Ask your vet.

_________________________________________________ _______

Thanks so much, Barb. Great information!

I will definitely try the pumpkin and see if that helps. The vet gave
me these GIANT pills to give to the little guy but if there is
something more natural and easier to take, I'll do that. I'm sure he
will eat it mixed with his canned food because despite all that has
happened to him, he has a voracious appetite. His ear is finally better
and he seems a lot happier. If we can just get his tummy better, life
will be great.


The pumpkin is not alternative therapy for the drugs that kill
whatever is causing the diarrhea, it just eases the discomfort and
helps them regain a natural balance. Also I forgot to mention
acidophilus to replace the good bacteria in the gut after the drugs
have killed off everything, good and bad alike. I use the powder made
to add to baby formula from the health-food store.

BarB
 




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