u/damecharliebear

Developed a very itchy spot on my torso at my waist/back. I thought it was a spider/bug bite at first. A few days later it developed into the red ring, in the photo.

I foster cats, so it is possible I had exposure to ringworm. I know it can stay in the environment for 12+ months, however I thoroughly clean the area with the products provided by the shelter before and after I foster each litter, and do my own regular cleaning as well. I black lighted the bathroom they are quarantined in and nothing had the tell-take ringworm glow. My skin patch also does not glow.

I started with an OTC anti-fungal cream, as of Day 2 treatment there has been no change.

Wondering if this is ringworm vs some other rash or skin condition I should go get checked out by a dermatologist.

The splitting one is doing great, firm and the leaves are slowly being absorbed. Unfortunately, these two are connected at the root and I don't want to mess with it while it's splitting.

I'm pretty sure the non-splitting one needs water vs being in the process of splitting -- it's soft, the body is not firm at all. I don't think it is over watered/rotting as I haven't watered it since the other started splitting a few months ago and he was looking ok at that time.

Should I try to separate them (tips on how to do this are appreciated!), attempt a dropper watering to get his roots only (not sure this is possible, and I think he needs a soak to get the roots active again), or just let it be/do nothing and possibly die to focus on the one that is healthy and splitting?

This is the cheapest I've seen these treats outside of specials/sales with 20% off packs, etc. If you have a cat or want to donate to a shelter, this is a great buy. This stuff is like Kitty Crack™️ and will help you win over a feral cat or get your kitty with no appetite to eat.

I bought a ton and will be distributing them to the various shelters around me.