It is the common name for a group of fungal infections that affect the skin of a large variety of animals, including cats and people. Most cats with ringworm will lose hair and have crusty skin where the infection is. This can look very similar to many other skin conditions, so contact your veterinarian if you are concerned that your cat may have ringworm. Some cats, particularly certain purebred cats, can carry ringworm without showing any symptoms. Ask your veterinarian if your cat may be at risk.
Ringworm is treatable.
Contact a physician if you are concerned about possible exposure. Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by the single-celled parasite Toxoplasma gondii. Cats are the only species of animal to shed the infectious stage in their feces. Other animals, however, can disseminate Toxoplasma if their infected meat is eaten without proper cooking. Cats acquire Toxoplasmosis by eating rodents, undercooked meat, the feces of other cats, or contaminated soil.