Treat Bovis Ringworm
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Ringworm

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Contributor(s):

Louise Cox-O’Shea

John Tulloch

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Synonym(s): Trichophton verrucosum.

Ringworm

Ringworm is an extremely common, infectious fungal condition. Caused by Trichophyton verrucosum. It is spread from animal to animal (and to humans), by direct contact, or via spores in the animal’s environment (indirect contact).

Typical ringworm lesions ©Tim Potter

Introduction

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What are the signs of Ringworm?

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How is it diagnosed?

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Is there a zoonotic risk?

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