At home pets can develop dermalinfections that are transmitted to humans. One of such pathologies is lichen in cats. Symptoms may indicate different forms of its manifestation, the risks of complications and danger to surrounding people. The disease requires an integrated approach. Only in this case it is possible to shorten the time of cure and reduce the possibility of transmission of infection to other animals and the breeder himself.
Forms of focal defeat
Absolutely differently it can be shown deprive in cats. Symptoms help identify the form of infection and prescribe appropriate treatment.
Lishay is a skin infectiousa disease that causes fungus dermatophytes. An animal can infect by direct contact with another sick pet or through household items. The danger of the disease is that it can be transmitted to a person.
There are many forms of focal skin lesions, which are caused by different pathogens. In this case, the clinical picture can be different and the degree of infectiousness is also different.
Ringworm in cats: symptoms
This form of the disease is the mostcommon. It is caused by Trichophyton fungi. Microorganisms are very tenacious and retain their pathogenic properties for a long time, even getting into the environment. It is this type of lichen that is most dangerous in terms of transfer to humans. Children often suffer from this form of the disease. They have not yet strengthened immunity, so they should pat the infected animal, as fungi immediately attack a small organism.
It is quite dangerous for people to consider ringworm in cats. Symptoms and treatment depend on localization of focal lesion and neglect of the process. Recognize the problem will help the following symptoms:
- On the fur of the cat begin to appear bald patches of rounded shape. They may be in a single case, but with a connivance towards the animal, they spread rapidly through the body.
- A permanent itch appears in the lesion. The cat scratches and licks the bald patches, thereby contributing to the spread of infection throughout the body.
- The skin becomes inflamed, small scales appear on it. In the process of combing, they fly over long distances and are a source of infection for humans and other animals.
For a person, it is also contagious pityriasis. It is caused by microorganisms, but only the doctor can determine the precise form of the lesion by conducting a comprehensive examination.
Non-contagious forms of lichen
An animal can develop a skin infection,which does not pose a danger to humans. So, in case of failures in the immune system of the pet, red lichen planus may appear. Its distinctive features consist in the appearance of bald areas, where the skin is inflamed and has a strong red ebb.
Fungi often cause pink lichen of a cat.Symptoms are similar to the manifestation of the ringworm, but an accurate diagnosis can only be made by a veterinarian. This form is not dangerous for humans, but other pets are at risk.
To cutaneous pathologies that do not pose a threat to thepeople, carry moknuschy deprive. It is often called eczema, and it is an allergic manifestation. Treatment in this case is aimed at eliminating the cause and external symptoms.
Principles of treatment
In quite different ways,cats. Symptoms and treatment can be different. A complete cure is possible only with an accurate formulation of the focal lesion form and the appointment of an effective complex therapy.
Veterinarians recommend at the first suspicion of lichen at once to apply for examination. Only in the conditions of the clinic it is possible to establish its form in order to correctly prescribe the treatment.
In order to notice the problem in time and take the necessary measures, it is recommended to conduct regular preventive examinations with a specialist.
Clinical picture
Before starting treatment, it is necessary to establish its form. Each type of skin infection has its manifestations and is caused by different fungi.
If the breeder regularly inspects hispet, the first signs of pathology can be seen before the manifestation of strong symptoms. The lichen affects the hair follicles, so the hair falls out and the bald patches appear. Any cat owner should alert the sudden loss of hair to the local area of the body. The most likely places are the head, neck and limbs.
Affected fungi focuses onunattractive, they appear scales, skin reddens and inflames. It should be taken into account that any form of deprivation is manifested very quickly. On the skin arises a bald head, which can be pinkish, red or gray. In this case, the focus is very itchy and the cat constantly scratches this place.
Manifestations of ringworm
Ringworm in cats symptoms is brightexpressed. The form of the disease is the most common and difficult to treat. Characterized by the appearance of oval bald areas, where the skin is flaky and scales are formed. When combing, the focus can bleed. At the same time, the skin is damaged, secondary infection can attach and there is a big risk of a significant spread of the disease.
If the treatment is not started on time, the bald foci become bumpy, the contours are clearly pronounced. The skin is inflamed and red.
Diagnostic measures
Unpleasant and dangerous disease is lichenin cats. Symptoms will help a veterinarian to reveal his form. But only a visual inspection is not enough. The doctor should conduct a complex of various diagnostic measures to accurately identify the species of fungus.
After initial examination, the veterinarian mayuse a lamp from Wood. Under its influence, the colonies of fungi acquire a bright green fluorescent glow. However, the method is not always informative, because several types of non-pathogenic microorganisms can also respond to radiation.
Only a veterinarian can take out the lichen.But sometimes even a specialist appoints a variety of means, because the complete destruction of fungi causes difficulties. To make the selected treatment successful, it is necessary to accurately diagnose. Modern diagnostic methods assume their use in a complex.
The most informative is microscopic sowing and further examination. It is important to identify the fungus pathogen and differentiate it from allergens, pyoderma and dermatitis.
Methods of treatment
The differentiation of cats is different. Symptoms in cats can help a doctor determine its shape and prescribe treatment. But the procedures will depend on many factors, including:
- the intensity of the inflammatory process;
- the stage of infection;
- general condition of the animal.
In therapeutic therapy, various drugs that differ in form and effect can be used.
Local Therapy
Not only in the case of contact with street animalscan be deprived of domestic cats. Symptoms in well-groomed pets are less pronounced, but help should be given immediately. The four-legged friend can get infected in case if on street footwear there were fungi, which are quite tenacious. Therefore, it is recommended not to let the pet in the corridor.
If you can not save the cat, thenthe veterinarian will recommend local treatment, which is aimed at eliminating unpleasant symptoms. Before using external means, you need to carefully trim the hair around the hearth. You can use an electric razor. In this case, it is recommended that burnt hairs be burned to completely destroy the fungus pathogens.
Specialized shampoos, ointments and creams are used for the treatment. Directly the lesion should be treated with a 10% solution of salicylic alcohol. You can also use:
- 5% iodine monochloride;
- 4% solution of chlorhexidine.
Of course, the usual breeder is difficultorient in a wide variety of means against depriving. If there is no way to contact the veterinarian, you can use the most common and effective ones, such as:
- "Sanoderm";
- "Tiabendazole";
- "Fungin";
- "Miconazole";
- "Nizoral".
Vaccination
There are special drugs that not only protect the animal from infection, but also help in healing. To do this, veterinarians often use:
- "Microderm";
- "Vakderm F";
- "Polivak TM".
If drugs are administered at the very beginning of the disease, then their effect is at a high level. The symptoms disappear after 2-3 weeks.
In order to make the vaccine work properly, it is necessary to follow a certain pattern. She is picked up by a doctor, but the most common is the frequency - three times in 10-14 days.
Use of tablets and medicines
If the vaccination was carried out late, and the localtherapy did not bring the desired effect, it is recommended to attach oral medications. Also, tablet means are needed in case of extensive skin lesions and damage to the claws of the animal.
The specialist obligatorily appointsantifungal drugs. They not only suppress the infectious process, but also contribute to the early regeneration of the skin. The most commonly used are:
- "Itraconazole";
- "Griseofulvin";
- "Terbafin".
However, it is worth considering that the drugs have many contraindications and often cause side effects. Therefore, the reception is carried out only under the supervision of a veterinarian.
Possible complications
Multiple complications can provokedeprive the cats. Symptoms (the photo is vividly confirmed) can be very pronounced, the skin becomes very inflamed, so the cat scratches it. As a result, there are purulent foci that require the administration of antimicrobial agents.
It is important to use therapeutic therapy in the complex. In the process of recovery, vitamins and immunomodulators necessarily enter.
Danger to humans
It is more likely to arisedeprive a person of a cat. Symptoms are not always characteristic, but spots with clear boundaries appear on the skin. The treatment is done by dermatologists, but a smear is first taken to establish a pathogenic microflora.
Infection often occurs from kittens.Spores fall on the human skin and begin to multiply under adverse conditions. If immunity is reduced, then ringworm in a person from a cat develops very rapidly. Symptoms can be confused with an allergic reaction. At the site of the lesion, there is a peeling stain, where clearly defined edges are observed. The hearth itches and turns red. The most vulnerable to infection are children and often ill adults.
Symptoms of feline lisha in humans
Quite often there is lichen in a person fromcat. Symptoms and treatment are always identical. However, when the first suspicion of the disease should contact a dermatologist. The fact that lichen can be confused with allergic and other dermatological problems.
Often foci of deprivation attack the skin of the face, hairpart of the head, buttocks, palms and groin. After infection before the first symptoms usually takes about 10-14 days. The clinical picture can be the following:
- Red, scaly patches on the skin, which may have a clearly marked rim.
- The size of the focus can be from 5 mm to 7 cm.
- A few days later, a network of small bubbles appears around the spots.
- Hair on the affected area break off.
- The skin itches and flakes.
- If you do not start treatment on time, then foci of suppuration may appear.
- If the lichen attacked the head, then in the place of the lesion the bald patches are formed.
If you find the first symptoms, you need to see a doctor. It should be remembered that feline can be transmitted from person to person.
Necessary treatment
With properly prescribed complex therapysymptoms disappear within two weeks. Mostly they use antifungal ointments and special shampoos, spruce is affected by scalp. It is recommended to cut the hair around the hearth to prevent further spread of the infection.
Frequently prescribed drugs are:
- Sulfuric ointment;
- "Clotrimazole";
- "Terbinafine";
- "Exoderil";
- "Lamizil."
It should be understood that lichen is fairlyIt is a dangerous disease and difficult to treat. Therefore, dermatologists recommend not to engage in self-treatment, and immediately seek qualified help.
