How to treat ringworm in cats

Having ringworm is mainly due to fungal infections of the body surface of the animal causing ringworm of the skin in humans. Prior to clinical treatment a fungal test is required to detect the presence of a fungal infection. If the microscopic examination is (+), immediate antifungal treatment is required. Oral terbinafine hydrochloride tablets or itraconazole capsules and topical medications can be applied with naftifine ketoconazole ointment or luliconazole ointment. For large areas of ringworm, a wet application of the herbs Amaranthus, Phellodendron, Goldenseal, and Forsythia is needed to clear the heat and relieve the itch. This is especially effective in cases where the rash is red in color. It is also necessary to avoid close contact with animals to avoid aggravation of repeated fungal infections. If the effect is not good, you can also take Baixian Xia Ta Fei capsule orally to enhance the effectiveness of heat detoxification.