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How long does it take for my cat's ringworm to clear with treatment?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Himalayan | Female | spayed | 5.7 lbs

My cat in 1 year old and was diagnosed for a small ring worm and given shampoo and tropical antifungal cream.. how long do you think it would take her to be clear?

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Answered By Emily Fukuzato, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 19th, 2017

It can take 3-4 weeks to to a few months to clear a ring worm infection in a cat. Please make sure to also clean her bedding at home very well and give all medications as directed by her veterinarian. It is important to have her rechecked at the end of treatment to make sure the infection is resolved. Best of luck with kiwi.

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