Fungal infection

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CONDITION CAT Fungal Infection (Malassezia pachydermatis) of the Skin in Cats

*Malassezia pachydermatis* is a normal yeast found on the skin of all cats and does not cause infection in healthy cats.

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CONDITION DOG Candidiasis in Dogs

Candidiasis in dogs is a rare condition caused by an overgrowth of the fungi *Candida*.

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CONDITION CAT Fungal Disease (Sporotrichosis) of the Skin in Cats

Sporotrichosis is an uncommon fungal infection that affects the skin of cats.

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CONDITION CAT Candidiasis in Cats

*Candida* is a yeast-like fungus that exists as part of the normal flora of cats. Candidiasis is a condition where there is an overgrowth of this fungus within the body in cats.

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CONDITION DOG Fungal Infection (Blastomycosis) in Dogs

Blastomycosis in dogs is a systemic infection caused by the fungal organism Blastomyces dermatitidis. This fungus is found in contaminated soil across North America, frequently near water.

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CONDITION CAT Fungal Infection (Blastomycosis) in Cats

Blastomycosis is a fungal infection in cats caused by the fungus Blastomyces dermatitidis, which is commonly found in soil around bodies of water. Cases are most commonly identified around the Ohio, Mississippi, Tennessee, and St. Lawrence rivers.

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CONDITION CAT Fungal Infection (Histoplasmosis) in Cats

Histoplasmosis is a rare, potentially fatal infection in cats caused by the fungus Histoplasma. Inhalation of Histoplasma spores from contaminated dust is the most common route of infection.

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CONDITION DOG Fungal Infection (Cryptococcosis) in Dogs

Cryptococcosis is a fungal infection in dogs caused by fungus from the  Cryptococcus genus. Exposure usually occurs through ingestion or inhalation of fungal spores found in soil or avian droppings.

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CONDITION CAT Fungal Infection (Coccidioidomycosis) in Cats

Coccidioidomycosis in cats is a systemic infection caused by inhalation of dust-borne fungal spores of Coccidioides immitis or Coccidioides posadasii. Coccidioides is endemic in dry, desert areas and outbreaks commonly occur after dust storms.

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CONDITION DOG Fungal Infection of the Skin (Malassezia dermatitis) in Dogs

Malassezia dermatitis is a skin inflammation caused by the fungus Malassezia pachydermatis. This fungus typically lives on dog’s skin without causing any harm. 

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CONDITION DOG Fungal Infection (Histoplasmosis) in Dogs

Histoplasmosis is an infection acquired from soil contaminated with Histoplasma capsulatum fungus, usually originating from bat or bird droppings. 

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CONDITION CAT Ringworm (Dermatophytosis) in Cats

Dermatophytosis, also known as ringworm, is a fungal infection of the skin, hair, or nails. Infection occurs through contact between broken skin and infected animals or contaminated surfaces.

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CONDITION CAT Fungal Infection (Aspergillosis) in Cats

Aspergillosis is a type of fungal infection in cats caused by the organism Aspergillus, a species of fungus. Two types of aspergillosis occur in cats: nasal (affects the nose) and systemic (affects internal organs).

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CONDITION DOG Fungal Infection (Aspergillosis) in Dogs

Aspergillosis is infection with the fungal organism Aspergillus spp. in dogs. Aspergillus is found world-wide in soil, and does not usually cause disease. In some dogs, especially immunocompromised individuals, eating or inhaling the fungal spores of Aspergillus causes infection,

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CONDITION BIRD Candidiasis in pet birds

Candidiasis is a common fungal disease that occurs in birds when the yeast Candida albicans infects the digestive tract. It is normal for your bird if the bird has a small amount of candida albicans. It causes problem when the number of yeast become excessive.

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