Guinea pig skin irritation?!

[Vlada26]

Hi there, one of my guinea pigs developed this around her eye, and now she’s also opened it up so it’s been bleeding a bit. An appointment to the vet has already been made and we will be seeing one tomorrow, however I was just worried and wanted to see if anyone encountered this before... thank you in advance!

 

[Piggies&buns]

It’s good you’ve got her into the vet for tomorrow. That looks like it could be a fungal infection (ringworm) but you will obviously need a vet diagnosis and correct treatment
Ringworm: Hygiene And Pictures

 

[Vlada26]

It’s good you’ve got her into the vet for tomorrow. That looks like it could be a fungal infection (ringworm) but you will obviously need a vet diagnosis and correct treatment
Ringworm: Hygiene And Pictures

Thank you for your answer. I know it’s not certain but is it transferable to humans? Should I be cautious of anything ?

 

[Piggies&buns]

Yes, ringworm is contagious to people.
If you do have a veterinary confirmed case of ringworm, then you need to deep clean everything in the cage with a vet grade disinfectant, throw away anything you can’t wash etc. And practice good hand hygiene. The guide I linked in on my first post explains everything, but we aren’t vets and cannot diagnose anything

 

[Siikibam]

Be sure to wash your hands before and after handling. You will also have to thoroughly clean her cage (do you use fleece or disposable bedding?) thoroughly with something like F10. It’s good you’ve got an appointment tomorrow. I’d also take her companion as well to be checked over.

 

[Wiebke]

Hi!

Please follow the detailed practical tips in our ringworm hygiene guide. We have had over a dozen years to work out the angles of transmission and how to address them in order to prevent a return. Most people underestimate just how persistent ringworm is. With a bit of extra effort and discipline you can get past it within a few week once and for all.
Ringworm: Hygiene And Pictures