Strange red rash on outer ears

kveigaar

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Hi,

I have a 9 months old male cat (neutered). Recently I find a strangely looking red spots on his outer ears. I have no idea what it could be, though I did some basic internet search. Have anyone met with something like that? Any advice is welcome!


This was the first sign (3 days before):

 

margd

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That's very strange looking.  It might be ringworm although when I've seen ringworm the skin has looked a bit more abraded.   I would take him to the vet and get a firm diagnosis.  If it is ringworm, it's difficult to treat and control so you want to get started as soon as possible.  Let us know the result - if he does test positive for ringworm, there are several members who have dealt with infestations and have gathered a lot of information on treatment. 
 

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Yes, I second a Vet visit.  Could be just about anything.  My first thought was ringworm too, although it doesn't quite look like it, but then again...
 
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