Fungal skin infections in cats — Malassezia yeast dermatitis and ringworm — thrive in India's humid climate. Greasy scaling, patchy hair loss, and persistent itching are the main signs. PawCheck screens for them free, in under 10 seconds.
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Fungal skin infections in cats come in two main forms: Malassezia (yeast) dermatitis — causing greasy, waxy, scaly skin — and ringworm (dermatophytosis) — causing circular bald patches. Both thrive in warm, humid conditions and peak during and after India's monsoon season.
Malassezia: greasy, yellowish-white waxy scale on the skin, musty or cheesy odour, redness, and itching — particularly in skin folds, ear canals, and base of the claws. Ringworm: circular bald patches with scaly crusts, primarily on the face, ears, and paws.
High humidity during India's monsoon season dramatically increases fungal skin infections in cats. Wet coats that don't dry fully, combined with warm temperatures, allow both Malassezia and dermatophyte fungi to proliferate rapidly on the skin surface.
Long-haired cats (Persian, Maine Coon) are more vulnerable due to their coat density. Devon Rex cats have a genetic predisposition to Malassezia. Kittens, immunocompromised cats, and cats in humid multi-cat environments face the highest risk.
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