The epidemiology of ringworm in racehorses caused by Trichophyton equinum var autotrophicum.
The epidemiology of dermatomycocis due to Trichophyton equinum var autotrophicum was studied in a number of thoroughbred stables in south-east Queensland. The significant factors in the epidemiology were defined. The infection was readily transmitted, particularly by infected saddle-girths, on which the fungus could survive for 12 months. Mild abrasion from the saddle during work favoured the development of lesions and prolonged the recovery period. A pronounced age and seasonal incidence of the disease was demonstrated as young horses under the age of 3 years were most susceptible, and the majority of cases occurred in periods of high humidity.
D000367:Age Factors; D000818:Animals; D001315:Australia; D005260:Female; D006734:Horse Diseases / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000635:transmission; D006736:Horses; D008297:Male; D011891:Rain; D012621:Seasons; D014005:Tinea / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000635:transmission / Q000662:veterinary*