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Ringworm05/02/2000 |
My daughter of 15 has ringworm. She is being treated with prescription medicine, But looking at the Internet everything points to our cat. We have had the cat for years and she has had her shots. We have never had any problem with ringworms. My question is could this be caused by sports related things; locker rooms, floor mats, etc.
The first and most important thing to do is confirm that your daughter truly has "ringworm". Other conditions, such as eczema, are often confused with this condition. The answer to your question is that the fungi that cause ringworm can be found on inanimate objects, including shower room floors, carpets, etc. whether they cause an infection, and their contagious nature is more variable. I would recommend that shower slippers or shoes be utilized whenever possible. We may all come into contact with the fungus, however based on multiple factors, only some persons will show signs of an infection.
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Pranav Sheth, MD Formerly: Department of Dermatology College of Medicine University of Cincinnati |
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