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===Dermatophytosis (Ringworm)===
===Dermatophytosis (Ringworm)===
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Fungal infections occur infrequently in hamsters. ''Trichophyton mentagrophytes'' and ''microsporum spp'' are the most commonly isolated. In Infection may be asymptomatic or show clinical signs including small, patchy alopecia.
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Macroscopic pathology includes irregular to circular, crusty, flaky skin lesions with reddened margins.
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===Mange===
===Mange===