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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Cutaneous Pasteurella hemolytica infection | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| specialty = [[Infectious disease]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Skin infection]], [[erythema]], [[swelling]], [[pain]] | |||
| complications = [[Cellulitis]], [[abscess formation]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Pasteurella hemolytica]] | |||
| risks = [[Animal bite]], [[animal scratch]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[bacterial culture]] | |||
| differential = [[Staphylococcus aureus infection]], [[Streptococcal infection]] | |||
| prevention = [[Proper wound care]], [[animal handling precautions]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]] such as [[penicillin]], [[tetracycline]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Cutaneous Pasteurella hemolytica infection''' is a type of bacterial infection affecting the skin, primarily caused by the bacterium ''[[Pasteurella hemolytica]]'', now more commonly referred to as ''[[Mannheimia haemolytica]]''. This condition is relatively rare in humans, with most cases reported in individuals who have close contact with livestock, as ''Mannheimia haemolytica'' is a well-known pathogen in animals, particularly sheep and cattle, where it can cause respiratory infections known as shipping fever. | '''Cutaneous Pasteurella hemolytica infection''' is a type of bacterial infection affecting the skin, primarily caused by the bacterium ''[[Pasteurella hemolytica]]'', now more commonly referred to as ''[[Mannheimia haemolytica]]''. This condition is relatively rare in humans, with most cases reported in individuals who have close contact with livestock, as ''Mannheimia haemolytica'' is a well-known pathogen in animals, particularly sheep and cattle, where it can cause respiratory infections known as shipping fever. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of cutaneous Pasteurella hemolytica infection can vary but typically include: | The symptoms of cutaneous Pasteurella hemolytica infection can vary but typically include: | ||
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* Possible discharge or pus | * Possible discharge or pus | ||
* Fever and general malaise in more severe cases | * Fever and general malaise in more severe cases | ||
==Transmission== | ==Transmission== | ||
Transmission to humans usually occurs through direct contact with the infected animals or their secretions. Breaks in the skin, such as cuts or abrasions, can serve as entry points for the bacteria. Although less common, there have also been reports of human infection following dog or cat bites, as these animals can carry ''Pasteurella'' species in their oral flora. | Transmission to humans usually occurs through direct contact with the infected animals or their secretions. Breaks in the skin, such as cuts or abrasions, can serve as entry points for the bacteria. Although less common, there have also been reports of human infection following dog or cat bites, as these animals can carry ''Pasteurella'' species in their oral flora. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of cutaneous Pasteurella hemolytica infection involves: | Diagnosis of cutaneous Pasteurella hemolytica infection involves: | ||
* Clinical examination and patient history, focusing on animal exposure | * Clinical examination and patient history, focusing on animal exposure | ||
* Laboratory testing, including culture of samples from the infection site to identify the presence of ''Mannheimia haemolytica'' | * Laboratory testing, including culture of samples from the infection site to identify the presence of ''Mannheimia haemolytica'' | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment typically involves antibiotics to combat the bacterial infection. The choice of antibiotic may be guided by susceptibility testing of the isolated bacteria. In cases of severe infection, hospitalization and intravenous antibiotics may be necessary. | Treatment typically involves antibiotics to combat the bacterial infection. The choice of antibiotic may be guided by susceptibility testing of the isolated bacteria. In cases of severe infection, hospitalization and intravenous antibiotics may be necessary. | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Preventive measures include: | Preventive measures include: | ||
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* Using protective clothing and equipment to minimize direct skin contact with animals | * Using protective clothing and equipment to minimize direct skin contact with animals | ||
* Promptly cleaning and disinfecting any cuts or abrasions sustained while handling animals | * Promptly cleaning and disinfecting any cuts or abrasions sustained while handling animals | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Bacterial skin infections]] | * [[Bacterial skin infections]] | ||
* [[Zoonotic diseases]] | * [[Zoonotic diseases]] | ||
* [[Antibiotic resistance]] | * [[Antibiotic resistance]] | ||
[[Category:Infectious diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Bacterial diseases]] | [[Category:Bacterial diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
{{medicine-stub}} | {{medicine-stub}} | ||
Latest revision as of 00:13, 4 April 2025
| Cutaneous Pasteurella hemolytica infection | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Infectious disease |
| Symptoms | Skin infection, erythema, swelling, pain |
| Complications | Cellulitis, abscess formation |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Pasteurella hemolytica |
| Risks | Animal bite, animal scratch |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis, bacterial culture |
| Differential diagnosis | Staphylococcus aureus infection, Streptococcal infection |
| Prevention | Proper wound care, animal handling precautions |
| Treatment | Antibiotics such as penicillin, tetracycline |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Cutaneous Pasteurella hemolytica infection is a type of bacterial infection affecting the skin, primarily caused by the bacterium Pasteurella hemolytica, now more commonly referred to as Mannheimia haemolytica. This condition is relatively rare in humans, with most cases reported in individuals who have close contact with livestock, as Mannheimia haemolytica is a well-known pathogen in animals, particularly sheep and cattle, where it can cause respiratory infections known as shipping fever.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of cutaneous Pasteurella hemolytica infection can vary but typically include:
- Redness and swelling at the site of infection
- Pain or tenderness
- Possible discharge or pus
- Fever and general malaise in more severe cases
Transmission[edit]
Transmission to humans usually occurs through direct contact with the infected animals or their secretions. Breaks in the skin, such as cuts or abrasions, can serve as entry points for the bacteria. Although less common, there have also been reports of human infection following dog or cat bites, as these animals can carry Pasteurella species in their oral flora.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of cutaneous Pasteurella hemolytica infection involves:
- Clinical examination and patient history, focusing on animal exposure
- Laboratory testing, including culture of samples from the infection site to identify the presence of Mannheimia haemolytica
Treatment[edit]
Treatment typically involves antibiotics to combat the bacterial infection. The choice of antibiotic may be guided by susceptibility testing of the isolated bacteria. In cases of severe infection, hospitalization and intravenous antibiotics may be necessary.
Prevention[edit]
Preventive measures include:
- Practicing good hygiene and wound care, especially in individuals with close contact with livestock
- Using protective clothing and equipment to minimize direct skin contact with animals
- Promptly cleaning and disinfecting any cuts or abrasions sustained while handling animals
See Also[edit]
