My new kitten has bald spots and skin patches. What should I do?

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My new kitten has these small patches on him where skin doesn't grow. They might be scratches from my older cat but the one on his chin was there when I got him. Should I be concerned? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 2 months and 3 days old

Kevin Sanada, DVM · Accepted Answer

This is very suspicious of ringworm (a fungal infection of the skin). This could also be due to a yeast or bacteria infection, but it's much more likely to be ringworm. . It's best to get it diagnosed by a veterinarian, because ringworm can spread to different parts of the body and can spread to other animals and people. Also, the more involved the infection, the longer it will take to clear. Ace will need prescription antifungal medication in order to clear this and will also need medicated baths. For now, I recommend separating Ace from your other animals and washing your hands anytime you touch him. Your veterinarian will be able to get you some more info at the time of exam. I hope that helps and Ace gets better soon.

My new kitten has bald spots and skin patches. What should I do?

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