2007-01-26 11:17:33 · 4 answers · asked by April G 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
So apparently the new cat we brought home has ringworm. Now we have it, and it has spread to our neighbors' house as well. How can we treat our couches, mattresses, etc? Has anyone gone through this before and been successful? Thanks for any help!
2007-01-26 11:18:44 · update #1
Ringworms shouldn't live on anything that isn't living. I would treat the cat and anyone else that is infected. I mean, Lysol on your furniture and a good vacuuming wouldn't hurt - but the ringworms shouldn't be living without a host.
2007-01-26 11:23:23 · answer #1 · answered by Sue T 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
WRONG!! The information in the "Best Answer" is incorrect. In her answer, Sue T. stated: " Ringworms shouldn't live on anything that isn't living."
Okay, it's RINGWORM, not 'ringworms', and unfortunately, ringworm does live on things that aren't living, such as combs, brushes, hats, scarves, shoes, shower stalls, bathtubs, floors etc. I mean seriously, just take a moment and do some critical thinking. If ringworm didn't live on non-living things, then how come you can catch ringworm in the locker room?? Anyone? No? Well, I'll tell you why. Because RINGWORM DOES LIVE ON NON-LIVING THINGS, (which are called fomites by the way). Ringworm spores can live in the environment (your house, your stuff) for up to 18 months.
So, if you have ringworm, and are interested in getting rid of it some time before the turn of the next century, ignore that "best answer". Go see your doctor. Treat yourself, your pet(s) if you have one, and treat your entire house.
2015-12-15 04:39:09 · answer #2 · answered by ? 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its a common fungus infection.. Its no where near an actual worm or parasite by anymeans...
Lysol etc will do nothing for an already infected person.. (its actually related to athletes foot and jock itch more than anything else LOL)
Dont blame the cat too soon though.. if yer kid is school age, its just as likely they gave it to the cat as the otherway around...
but contagious.. see yer dermatologist.. they will hook you up with anti-fungals ( Selenium sulfide is one.. but there are many others.. RX is best)
Honestly its about as common as a vaginal yeast infestion.. Not a biggy..
2007-01-26 11:24:19 · answer #3 · answered by darchangel_3 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm pretty sure that only goes away with meds from a doctor. It will only get worse if not. It's a cream.
I also heard once that putting permanant marker over the spot will kill them. I don't actually know. Never had it to try. Don't know anyone who did. But it something about smothering them by doing this. So maybe check on the net or with your doc and see if he knows. Good luck.
2007-01-26 11:27:45 · answer #4 · answered by Shari 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out...
http://www.ehow.com/tips_6675.html
2007-01-26 11:26:25 · answer #5 · answered by Dav83&8d 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
never got an answer from this site
2016-05-25 07:03:22 · answer #6 · answered by Debbie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call an exterminater to kill it .
2007-01-26 11:38:47 · answer #7 · answered by cassandra d 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋