Hedgehog without spines admitted to nature centre due to skin infection

The Nature Aid Centre has admitted a hedgehog whose skin is severely affected by a fungal infection. According to the source, the spines are largely missing. Fungi can cause skin problems in hedgehogs, although it is not clear how often this occurs or how the infection has exactly arisen.

Hedgehogs are normally well protected by their spines, but with skin infections these can fall out. The centre is reportedly investigating the best approach for the animal. Whether the hedgehog will recover is still uncertain.

Fungal infections occur more frequently in wild animals, but are not always clearly visible. In hedgehogs, a bald, inflamed skin can be a sign of an underlying problem. The Nature Aid Centre deals with the reception and care of animals found in the wild with health problems.

This report is a summary based on the mentioned source and is not medical advice. Consult a doctor or pharmacist in case of complaints.