These dogs are contagious and can contaminate the environment, which can be especially problematic in multi-animal environments. Ringworm lesions may be mistaken for other skin conditions, so don't delay a visit to the veterinarian for a definitive diagnosis. 24 июл. 2020 г.
Can ringworm be mistaken for something else in dogs?
The diagnosis is verified by a positive fungal culture or by visualizing the organism under the microscope. In general, if your dog looks like it has ringworm, it probably doesn't. It is far more likely that the lesions are something else – specifically a staphylococcal bacterial infection.
How do I know if my dog has ringworm or something else?
Your vet will diagnose your dog with ringworm by performing a diagnostic test, as well as a physical exam. He will probably take a sample of hair or skin cells for a fungal culture or examine infected hairs under a special ultraviolet light called a Wood's lamp.
Can you get a false positive ringworm test?
However, many common nondermatophyte fungi may also cause color change, and if microscopic examination of fungal spores is not performed to confirm growth, there is a high risk of false-positive results.
What does the beginning of ringworm look like on a dog?
In dogs, ringworm has a number of different appearances, most often areas of hair loss with a crusty covering, or (rarely) may be asymptomatic. Patches of ringworm may look like a grey, scaly patch in some dogs, but more like a red lesion in others. You may see some hair loss or patches of broken hair.
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