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What is the definition of Cat Scratch Disease?
Cat scratch disease (CSD) is a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lymph nodes. It is typically caused by the bacteria bartonella (Bartonella henselae). It is usually transmitted by being scratched or bitten by a cat, but rarely, no scratch or bite is involved. Symptoms frequently include the formation of a small bump at the site of the scratch or bite, followed by fever and swollen lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy) within 1-3 weeks. People with weakened immune systems (and less commonly, people with healthy immune systems) may develop more widespread disease and additional symptoms or neurological complications, which can be severe. In most cases, particularly in children and adolescents, having CSD once means that it cannot occur again.
What are the alternative names for Cat Scratch Disease?
  • Cat scratch disease
  • Bartonellosis due to Bartonella henselae infection
  • Cat scratch fever
Who are the top Cat Scratch Disease Local Doctors?
Elite in Cat Scratch Disease
Neves F. Velho
Elite in Cat Scratch Disease
Neves F. Velho
Campinas, SP, BR 

Neves Velho practices in Campinas, Brazil. Velho is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cat Scratch Disease. Their top areas of expertise are Cat Scratch Disease, Lymphadenitis, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Erythema Nodosum.

Elite in Cat Scratch Disease
Hidehiro Tsuneoka
Elite in Cat Scratch Disease
Hidehiro Tsuneoka
Ube, JP 

Hidehiro Tsuneoka practices in Ube, Japan. Tsuneoka is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cat Scratch Disease. Their top areas of expertise are Cat Scratch Disease, Lymphadenitis, and Neuroretinitis.

 
 
 
 
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Lawrence A. Yannuzzi
Experienced in Cat Scratch Disease
Dr. Lawrence A. Yannuzzi
Ophthalmology
Experienced in Cat Scratch Disease
Dr. Lawrence A. Yannuzzi
Ophthalmology

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950 3rd Ave, 3rd floor, 
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Lawrence Yannuzzi is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Yannuzzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cat Scratch Disease. His top areas of expertise are Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), and Vitrectomy.

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What are the latest Cat Scratch Disease Clinical Trials?
Intra-nodal Injection of Gentamicin for the Treatment of Suppurated Cat Scratch Disease's Lymphadenitis: A Randomized Controlled Study
Intra-nodal Injection of Gentamicin for the Treatment of Suppurated Cat Scratch Disease's Lymphadenitis: A Randomized Controlled Study
Who is this study for: Patients with Cat-Scratch Disease
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: August 27, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Gentamicin
Study Phase: Phase 3

Summary: To compare effect of intra-nodal injection of gentamicin versus placebo on the outcome at 28 days of suppurated cat scratch disease's (CSD) lymphadenitis treated by oral azithromycin.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center