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Skin Problems Possible ringworm. Vet? Treat at home?

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I brought home two little boars last week. Today I spotted a reddish, crusty, scabby area on the inside of one pig's ear. Doesn't seem acutely itchy or uncomfortable. No spots anywhere else or on the other pig. I hate to drag them out to the vet when they're already skittish from being in a new environment but obviously I will if I need to. I read an article about treating with lotrimin and chlorhexadine at home - should I try that first or just make him an appointment?
 

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You can treat for fungus at home. Lotrimin is one of the creams recommended, the chlorhexidine is not necessary but I can't see why it would hurt. https://www.guinealynx.info/fungus.html

Just remember to apply sparingly so he can't rub any off and ingest it, also fungal infections are contagious to humans so wash your hands after handling him.
 

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Thanks for the quick response, I'll pick up lotrimin first thing tomorrow morning.
 

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If you treat with chlorhexidine, dilute the heck out of it before doing so. It's really strong and irritating.
 

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If you treat with chlorhexidine, dilute the heck out of it before doing so. It's really strong and irritating.

Will do. I've used a 1% solution to treat shell rot in turtles before, so I'm aware of how irritating it is. Thanks!
 
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