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Ringworm (Dermatomycosis) caused by Trichophyton verrucosum is a contagious skin disease of mammals affecting humans and all species of farm animals. The disease is widespread among dromedary camels and has been reported from almost all countries. Ringworm in camels is characterized by the formation of multiple, circular, grayish-white, alopecic, and often non-pruritic lesions, about 1–2 cm in diameter, on the skin of the head, especially around the eyes, ears, and muzzle, as well as neck and shoulders and often extending to the flanks, limbs and may eventually involve the entire body. A tentative diagnosis can be made based on history and clinical signs and confirmation is done by microscopic examination of skin scrapings. For treatment, the scales and surrounding lesions should be cleaned with water and soap, dried, and then rubbed with 2% iodine tincture.
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Hussein, M.F. (2021). Ringworm (Dermatomycosis). In: Infectious Diseases of Dromedary Camels. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-79389-0_34
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