Cat scratch disease
Alternate Names : CSD, Cat scratch fever, Bartonellosis
Treatment
Generally, cat scratch disease is not serious. Medical treatment is not usually needed. In severe cases, treatment with antibiotics such as azithromycin can be helpful. In AIDS patients and other people who have a suppressed immune system, cat scratch disease is more serious, and treatment with antibiotics is recommended.
Prognosis (Expectations)
In children with normal immune systems, full recovery without treatment is the norm. In immunocompromised people, treatment with antibiotics generally leads to recovery.
Complications
Calling Your Health Care Provider
Call your health care provider if you have enlarged lymph nodes and a history of exposure to a cat.
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