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My cat has a bald spot with a red ring. Could this be ringworm?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 2 years and 1 month old

Is this ringworm on my cats?

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 15th, 2019

Thank you for submitting your question regarding your cats. Yes, it definitely could be ringworm. I recommend that they see their veterinarian. A procedure known as a fungal culture is common performed to test for ringworm. I hope this information helps!

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