The fungus, Sporothrix schenckii is found in soil, plants and spagnum moss. It is an infection as it is transferable from pets to humans. Sporotrichosis can infect the skin, respiratory system, bones and even the brain. Cats usually have skin lesions which make it easier to transmit the infection to other animals and humans. Symptoms […]
Blastomycosis, while not common, is a serious fungal infection which primarily affects the lungs and the skin. Dogs are more susceptible to it although other animals, cats and humans as well, can be affected. The Blastomyces (spores) can be found in soil that is acidic, moist, filled with rotting, organic debris mixed with bird droppings. […]
Cancers are referred to differently depending on location and development of cells. Sarcoma – Tumors involving connective tissue such as muscle. Carcinoma – Cancers involving epithelial tissue such as skin cancers. Neoplasia – The abnormal growth of cells both malignant and benign. Metastasis – The spreading of cancer cells from the original z.site to a […]
