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Cat scratch disease is caused by a bactrium commonly carried by cats and is usually self-limiting in that it will normally clear up on its own in a few weeks. Severe cases are treated with an antibiotic prescribed by a doctor.
If you have an immune system deficiency you should definitely consult a doctor.
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∙ 8y agoi do belive there is a cure for it is hope its some help x
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∙ 13y agoProfessional medical treatment is rarely needed.
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∙ 11y agoIt can be but it can also come from a chair if you have a scratch. Usually you can only get it from kittens. They tend to outgrow it.
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∙ 14y agoRemove its claws
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Why burning sensation from cat scratch fever?
Cat scratch fever, also known as cat scratch disease, is cause by getting scratched by an infected cat. The burning sensation is caused by the inflammation of lymph nodes.
How come you don't get cat cat scratch fever everytime your cat scratches you?
Cat scratch fever is caused by a bacteria that is generally transmitted to the cat by fleas. If the cat isn't carrying the disease, then they will be unable to transmit it to you, the human.
How do cats get cat scratch fever?
It is unlikely for an adult to contract scratch fever. You can catch cat scratch fever by getting scratched bitten by a kitten, but this is very uncommon. Getting scratched by a kitten does not automatically mean you have scratch fever.
When was Cat Scratch Fever created?
Cat Scratch Fever was created on -19-03-01.
When was Cat Scratch Fever - song - created?
Cat Scratch Fever - song - was created in 1977-05.
Is cat scratch fever fatal?
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How will cat scratch disease harm humans if not treated?
Cat scratch disease is caused by a bacteria, and is most common in children. Generally cat scratch disease (or cat scratch fever, as it is often referred) is not serious. The infection is caused by a scratch or bite from a cat. Sometimes, there are no symptoms, but other times, it results in sore and swollen lymph nodes. Cat scratch disease usually resolves itself without the need for medical treatment.
If you are born with Cat Scratch Fever how can you tell it is affecting you later on?
Cat Scratch Fever is self-limiting. It goes away.
What happens if a cat wounded you?
You can get cat scratch fever.
Is there really cat scratch fever?
first of all, cat scratch fever is harmless, and i would know because i had it before. no, you do not have to get rid of your cats. cat scratch fever lasts a while, i don't know all of the symptoms, but i do know it gives you a rash on your neck, across your chest and inside the crease in your legs and arms. i have three cats and while i had CSF, and i didn't have to get rid of them. hope that helped :) :)
What is cat scratch fever?
it's when a cat scratches you and you get sick
Can you donate blood if you have had cat scratch fever?
No
