Ringworm

[Joeypac]

Hello 👋🏻
Unfortunately ringworm has come to visit my house. My bird seems fine but I am worried about her. Ive looked online but I can not seem to find good awnsers. I'm concerned that if my she were to contract ringworm I would not know until it would be to late. I am unsure if she is allowed to be picked up in fear of giving it to her. I'm hopeing there is some kind of way to interact so she doesn't think I've neglected her. Sorry for the frantic message. Just a worried bird dad haha

 

[GaleriaGila]

I have no idea... maybe you could seek some avian vet advice?
I did a quick Google, and it seems many responsible authorities are concerned. Good luck!

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[GambotheGreyt]

Hello 👋🏻
Unfortunately ringworm has come to visit my house. My bird seems fine but I am worried about her. Ive looked online but I can not seem to find good awnsers. I'm concerned that if my she were to contract ringworm I would not know until it would be to late. I am unsure if she is allowed to be picked up in fear of giving it to her. I'm hopeing there is some kind of way to interact so she doesn't think I've neglected her. Sorry for the frantic message. Just a worried bird dad haha

Washing your hands in chlorhexidine before touching your bird should be helpful as a preventative.