What is the duration of contagiousness for dermatophytosis (ringworm)?

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Duration of Contagiousness for Dermatophytosis (Ringworm)

  • The duration of contagiousness for dermatatophytosis (ringworm) is not explicitly stated in the provided studies.
  • However, it is mentioned that dermatophytosis is a self-curing disease in immunocompetent cats 1, suggesting that the contagious period may be related to the duration of the disease.
  • The studies focus on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of dermatophytosis, as well as its public health consequences, but do not provide specific information on the duration of contagiousness.
  • It is known that dermatophytes can survive in the environment for extended periods, making prevention and control measures challenging 2.
  • Further research is needed to determine the exact duration of contagiousness for dermatophytosis, as the current evidence does not provide a clear answer 3, 4, 5.

References

2
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Dermatophytoses in animals.

Mycopathologia, 2008

5
Research

[Dermatomycoses due to pets and farm animals : neglected infections?].

Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, und verwandte Gebiete, 2012

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