Skin fungi, also known as ringworm, are a fungal infectious disease caused by skin fungi (Microsporidium and Trichophyton) invading the hair and claws of the skin, parasitizing or saproying on the keratin tissues of the epidermis, keratin, hair and claws. Clinically, it is characterized by lesions such as hair loss, exudation and scabs with obvious boundaries in the skin.
The first step is to treat the affected area
. First, clean up the fungus and cut off the hair. First, let the medicine penetrate more directly into the skin, and second, to prevent the fungus from spreading. Then apply the medicine, which is slightly larger than the lesion, which can prevent diffusion and inhibit the small amount of fungi that may have spread to the surrounding area.
Step 2: Take the medicine with caution
Greyfulvin should be used with caution, especially for puppies under one year old, because all fungicidal oral medications will cause liver dysfunction in the future and leave a root cause.
Step 3: Bathing in the sun
UV rays in the sun can kill mold, but be careful not to expose the dog to the sun for a long time, because this can easily cause heatstroke and sunburn. If you have a windowsill at home, you can accept sunlight for a period of time every day, just arrange a rest place for your dog.
Step 4: Regular bathing for dogs infected with fungi is best to use special hair wash sperm for a long time, and it is recommended to use once every 1 to 3 days. Or use sulfur soap. Because fungi can be transmitted to people, please pay attention to disinfection. It is recommended to use bleach (discoloration should be considered when using bleach). Dog bathing utensils should also be disinfected frequently.
Step 5: Check in time
Pay attention to timely discovering new fungi in other parts of the dog's body. The method is to follow the dog's medicine every day, and use your hands to touch the dog's skin from the head to the tail carefully. If your hands touch the hard lumps, open the hair and look at it. You can find a small piece of scab, and there is a small thigh of dandruff next to it, which is the newly grown fungus. These parts should be cut and applied immediately according to the above method.
Step 6 Self-prevention
In fact, as long as you pay attention to hygiene and cleanliness in daily life, the owner should pay attention to not keeping in close contact with the dog. Of course, if a dog at home has fungal disease, the owner can take oral multivitamins to prevent it.
Dog skin and fungal diseases are relatively stubborn. The owner must have patience and confidence. Never worry. As the saying goes, "hazard will lead to failure"! Fungi and mites are generally infected with mixed infections. It is recommended that you take your dog for a skin examination and then treat it accordingly.