Question 1

how easily is ringworm passed on to humans from cats? my kitten has it, the internet makes it seem like you'll get it just from being near him. true?

Accepted Answer

Ringworm contagious: Ringworm is commonly found on kitten and can easily pass to humans as a skin infection. But it is not an absolute that you will get ringworm from the kitten. You can have the vet give medicine to get your cat cured as well. You would have to touch the cat in order to get the infection.

Question 2

how to get rid of "ring worm" in a human being, and what are the effects on your body?

Accepted Answer

Depends site: Ringworm is not actually a worm but a fungal infection and is treated differently depending on where it is on your body. If it is on the head/scalp or nails then you would be best treated with a medicine you take by mouth- there are some new medicines for toenail fungus....
For ringworm on the skin you use an anti-fungal cream and it takes a super long time for it to go away
Here is more info
http://www.news-medical.net/health/Treatment-of-ringworm.aspx

Question 3

can you get ring worm from a human from direct contact with circled rashes or contact in general i have it and keep my hands cleanthey are on my hips?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you come in contact with ringworm or tinea you can also get it. Soaps alone will not protect you. All the best and be treated.

Question 4

what way is trichophyton rubrum transmitted to humans?

Accepted Answer

Trichophyton: Fungal transmission occurs through direct contact with infected persons, animals, soil or fomites. Depending on their habitat, dermatophytes are described as anthropophilic (human), zoophilic (animal) or geophilic (soil). Anthropophilic dermatophytes are the most common sources of tinea infections, but zoophilic sources should be identified (if possible) and treated to prevent human reinfection.

Question 5

is ringworm contagious to humans when it's dormant in a cat?

Accepted Answer

Ringworm: Can pass from cat to human. I am not sure about "dormant".  If it has been treated then it is not contagious. I have not ever heard it can be dormant. It is a skin problem.

Question 6

what is trichophyton rubrum how is the fungus transmitted to humans?

Accepted Answer

Trichophyton: Fungal transmission occurs through direct contact with infected persons, animals, soil or fomites. Depending on their habitat, dermatophytes are described as anthropophilic (human), zoophilic (animal) or geophilic (soil). Anthropophilic dermatophytes are the most common sources of tinea infections, but zoophilic sources should be identified (if possible) and treated to prevent human reinfection.

Question 7

do dogs carry skin diseases, like ringworm, that can be transmitted to humans through touching?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pets are a common source of infection with skin fungal infections (ringworm).

Question 8

my rabbit has fungal infection..  ringworm..does it spread to humans?? is it zoonois??how can i prevent that?? what r d odds of me getting it frm him?

Accepted Answer

Stop googling!: yes ringworm spreads from animals to humans. It's hard to give the odds not knowing your contact with your rabbit but I wouldn't be surprised.  Just watch for skin changes and likely can start with otc treatment if caught early.

Question 9

what do you suggest if my son is taking the growth hormone drug, norditropin, (human growth hormone) and after 3 months is getting ringworm constantly.?

Accepted Answer

Likely unrelated: The side effect profile of growth hormone includes dry skin and rash, but susceptibility to ringworm is not related to use of growth hormone.  More likely, he is being exposed to a classmate, or an animal with a ringworm and constantly getting reinfected.  Also, has it been diagnosed by his doc as a ringworm?  Some forms of eczema look a lot like ringworm!  See your doc for definitive answers.

Question 10

my son is taking the growth hormone drug, norditropin, (human growth hormone) and after 3 months is getting ringworm constantly. any way to prevent this from happening?

Accepted Answer

Have your endo: check his blood sugar to make sure that it is not elevated
it may just be a co-incidence that the ringworm has appeared

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How easily is ringworm passed on to humans from cats? my kitten has it, the internet makes it seem like you'll get it just from being near him. true?

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How to get rid of "ring worm" in a human being, and what are the effects on your body?

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Can you get ring worm from a human from direct contact with circled rashes or contact in general i have it and keep my hands cleanthey are on my hips?

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What way is trichophyton rubrum transmitted to humans?

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Is ringworm contagious to humans when it's dormant in a cat?

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What is trichophyton rubrum how is the fungus transmitted to humans?

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Do dogs carry skin diseases, like ringworm, that can be transmitted to humans through touching?

A member asked:

My rabbit has fungal infection.. ringworm..does it spread to humans?? is it zoonois??how can i prevent that?? what r d odds of me getting it frm him?

A member asked:

What do you suggest if my son is taking the growth hormone drug, norditropin, (human growth hormone) and after 3 months is getting ringworm constantly.?

A member asked:

My son is taking the growth hormone drug, norditropin, (human growth hormone) and after 3 months is getting ringworm constantly. any way to prevent this from happening?

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