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| name = Feline zoonosis | |||
| image = [[File:Kitten_kiss.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = A kitten, which can be a carrier of zoonotic diseases | |||
| field = [[Veterinary medicine]], [[Infectious disease]] | |||
| symptoms = Varies depending on the specific zoonotic disease | |||
| complications = Potential transmission of diseases from cats to humans | |||
| onset = Varies | |||
| duration = Varies | |||
| causes = [[Bacterial]], [[viral]], [[parasitic]], and [[fungal]] infections | |||
| risks = Close contact with cats, especially those that are stray or feral | |||
| diagnosis = Based on clinical signs and laboratory tests | |||
| differential = Other sources of zoonotic infections | |||
| prevention = Proper hygiene, regular veterinary care for cats | |||
| treatment = Depends on the specific disease | |||
| prognosis = Varies depending on the disease | |||
| frequency = Common in areas with high cat populations | |||
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'''Feline zoonosis''' is a type of [[zoonosis]] that refers to diseases that can be transmitted from cats to humans. These diseases can be caused by various types of pathogens, including [[bacteria]], [[virus|viruses]], [[fungus|fungi]], and [[parasite|parasites]]. | '''Feline zoonosis''' is a type of [[zoonosis]] that refers to diseases that can be transmitted from cats to humans. These diseases can be caused by various types of pathogens, including [[bacteria]], [[virus|viruses]], [[fungus|fungi]], and [[parasite|parasites]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Feline zoonosis can be caused by a variety of pathogens. Some of the most common include: | Feline zoonosis can be caused by a variety of pathogens. Some of the most common include: | ||
* '''[[Toxoplasmosis]]''': This is a parasitic disease caused by the [[Toxoplasma gondii]] parasite. Cats are the primary host of this parasite, and humans can become infected through contact with cat feces. | * '''[[Toxoplasmosis]]''': This is a parasitic disease caused by the [[Toxoplasma gondii]] parasite. Cats are the primary host of this parasite, and humans can become infected through contact with cat feces. | ||
* '''[[Cat Scratch Disease]]''': Also known as Bartonellosis, this is a bacterial infection that can be transmitted to humans through a cat scratch or bite. | * '''[[Cat Scratch Disease]]''': Also known as Bartonellosis, this is a bacterial infection that can be transmitted to humans through a cat scratch or bite. | ||
* '''[[Rabies]]''': This is a viral disease that can be transmitted to humans through a bite from an infected cat. | * '''[[Rabies]]''': This is a viral disease that can be transmitted to humans through a bite from an infected cat. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of feline zoonosis can vary depending on the specific disease. However, common symptoms can include: | The symptoms of feline zoonosis can vary depending on the specific disease. However, common symptoms can include: | ||
* Fever | * Fever | ||
* Fatigue | * Fatigue | ||
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* Muscle aches | * Muscle aches | ||
* Swollen lymph nodes | * Swollen lymph nodes | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention of feline zoonosis primarily involves good hygiene practices. This can include: | Prevention of feline zoonosis primarily involves good hygiene practices. This can include: | ||
* Washing hands thoroughly after handling cats | * Washing hands thoroughly after handling cats | ||
* Avoiding contact with stray cats | * Avoiding contact with stray cats | ||
* Keeping cats indoors to reduce their exposure to other infected animals | * Keeping cats indoors to reduce their exposure to other infected animals | ||
* Regularly cleaning and disinfecting cat litter boxes | * Regularly cleaning and disinfecting cat litter boxes | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for feline zoonosis depends on the specific disease. This can range from antibiotics for bacterial infections, to antiviral medications for viral infections, to antiparasitic medications for parasitic infections. | Treatment for feline zoonosis depends on the specific disease. This can range from antibiotics for bacterial infections, to antiviral medications for viral infections, to antiparasitic medications for parasitic infections. | ||
==Images== | |||
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File:Paragonimus_westermani_01.jpg|Paragonimus westermani, a lung fluke | |||
File:EssilorLuxottica_logo.svg|Logo of EssilorLuxottica | |||
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== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Zoonosis]] | * [[Zoonosis]] | ||
* [[Cat health]] | * [[Cat health]] | ||
* [[Infectious disease]] | * [[Infectious disease]] | ||
[[Category:Zoonosis]] | [[Category:Zoonosis]] | ||
[[Category:Cat health]] | [[Category:Cat health]] | ||
[[Category:Infectious diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious diseases]] | ||
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| Feline zoonosis | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Varies depending on the specific zoonotic disease |
| Complications | Potential transmission of diseases from cats to humans |
| Onset | Varies |
| Duration | Varies |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Bacterial, viral, parasitic, and fungal infections |
| Risks | Close contact with cats, especially those that are stray or feral |
| Diagnosis | Based on clinical signs and laboratory tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Other sources of zoonotic infections |
| Prevention | Proper hygiene, regular veterinary care for cats |
| Treatment | Depends on the specific disease |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies depending on the disease |
| Frequency | Common in areas with high cat populations |
| Deaths | N/A |
Feline zoonosis is a type of zoonosis that refers to diseases that can be transmitted from cats to humans. These diseases can be caused by various types of pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.
Causes[edit]
Feline zoonosis can be caused by a variety of pathogens. Some of the most common include:
- Toxoplasmosis: This is a parasitic disease caused by the Toxoplasma gondii parasite. Cats are the primary host of this parasite, and humans can become infected through contact with cat feces.
- Cat Scratch Disease: Also known as Bartonellosis, this is a bacterial infection that can be transmitted to humans through a cat scratch or bite.
- Rabies: This is a viral disease that can be transmitted to humans through a bite from an infected cat.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of feline zoonosis can vary depending on the specific disease. However, common symptoms can include:
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Muscle aches
- Swollen lymph nodes
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of feline zoonosis primarily involves good hygiene practices. This can include:
- Washing hands thoroughly after handling cats
- Avoiding contact with stray cats
- Keeping cats indoors to reduce their exposure to other infected animals
- Regularly cleaning and disinfecting cat litter boxes
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for feline zoonosis depends on the specific disease. This can range from antibiotics for bacterial infections, to antiviral medications for viral infections, to antiparasitic medications for parasitic infections.
Images[edit]
-
Paragonimus westermani, a lung fluke -
Logo of EssilorLuxottica
