Ringworm in cats is highly contagious and is most commonly caught through contact with infected cats. It can spread rapidly in multi-pet households as it gets distributed via fungal spores on skin and hair that's been shed.
How contagious is ringworm from cat to human?
Yes, ringworm is contagious to people and is caught through touching an infected cat. You cannot catch ringworm if your skin is unbroken, but if you have a scratch, graze, wound or suffer from a skin condition such as eczema, you may catch the infection but it's usually easily treatable.
Can I touch my cat if I have ringworm?
We recommend that you don't let children touch your cat if he or she has ringworm. When treating your cat for ringworm, wear gloves and an apron.
How long is ringworm contagious cats?
How long are cats with ringworm contagious? If aggressive treatment is used, infected cats remain contagious for about 21 days. If minimal measures are taken or if pet owners don't strictly follow the vet-prescribed treatment, the infection will remain contagious for a longer period of time.
How long does it take to contract ringworm from a cat?
The incubation period between exposure to ringworm fungus and the development of ringworm lesions usually ranges from seven to fourteen days; some cases may take up to 21 days before signs of infection develop.
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