My dog licks off ringworm medicine from his wound. Should I see a vet?

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My dog has this wound that I originally thought was ringworm. I have shaved the fur in that area and he keeps gnawing at it. I already have ring worm medicine but he also licks it off. He has no other symptoms nor does he seem to be in pain. Should I take him to the vet? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 7 years and 2 months old | 90 lbs

Shaneez Wallani, DVM · Accepted Answer

Skin lesions like this can be caused by bacterial, parasitic or fungal infection, dietary or environmental allergies or sensitivities, immune system disorders, or a combination of the above. I recommend making an appointment to have Archer seen by your veterinarian to help determine the cause of the lesion you’ve noticed and to make sure it is treated appropriately. The vet will likely want to look at a sample from the area under the microscope to determine if there is an infection and to figure out what medication is appropriate for treatment. In the meantime, you can put an e-collar (cone) on him to help reduce the risk of scratching/licking at the area, but this will likely not resolve the lesion.

My dog licks off ringworm medicine from his wound. Should I see a vet?

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