Bartonella infections, including Cat Scratch Disease (CSD), are caused by a group of bacteria known as Bartonella. These infections can range from mild to severe and are primarily transmitted ...

Cat-Scratch Disease (CSD) is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Bartonella henselae, typically transmitted through scratches or bites from infected cats. While CSD is primarily known ...

Cats actually carry over 700 species of bacteria in their mouths and cat-scratch disease could be transmitted via their saliva. According to Cleveland Clinic, cat-scratch disease is an uncommon ...

Cats may then spread the disease to their owners via bites or scratches — causing blisters and rashes that may lead to ...

the resulting infection is called cat-scratch disease. You could end up with a lump in your armpit from lymph node swelling if a scratch or bite occurs on your arm. Cysts can appear in your armpit ...