PWA "The Lounge"

[Number 3]

Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Hey guys and gal...

*yawn*

First day as a veterinary assistant.

I'm tired.

Two big Golden Retrievers, two Poodles with ear infections, one massive Great Dane, five pissy cats, one kitten who decided that she did not like a thermometer being shoved up her butt and scratched me...

What is cat scratch disease?

Cat scratch disease (CSD) is a bacterial disease caused by Bartonella henselae. Most people with CSD have been bitten or scratched by a cat and developed a mild infection at the point of injury. Lymph nodes, especially those around the head, neck, and upper limbs, become swollen. Additionally, a person with CSD may experience fever, headache, fatigue, and a poor appetite. Rare complications of B. henselae infection are bacillary angiomatosis and Parinaud's oculolandular syndrome.

Can my cat transmit Bartonella henselae to me?

Sometimes, yes, cats can spread B. henselae to people. Most people get CSD from cat bites and scratches. Kittens are more likely to be infected and to pass the bacterium to people. About 40% of cats carry B. henselae at some time in their lives. Cats that carry B. henselae do not show any signs of illness; therefore, you cannot tell which cats can spread the disease to you. People with immunocompromised conditions, such as those undergoing immunosuppressive treatments for cancer, organ transplant patients, and people with HIV/AIDS, are more likely than others to have complications of CSD. Although B. henselae has been found in fleas, so far there is no evidence that a bite from an infected flea can give you CSD.

How can I reduce my risk of getting cat scratch disease from my cat?

Avoid "rough play" with cats, especially kittens. This includes any activity that may lead to cat scratches and bites.
Wash cat bites and scratches immediately and thoroughly with running water and soap.
Do not allow cats to lick open wounds that you may have.
Control fleas.
If you develop an infection (with pus and pronounced swelling) where you were scratched or bitten by a cat or develop symptoms, including fever, headache, swollen lymph nodes, and fatigue, contact your physician.
And whatever you do, avoid shoving a thermometer up your cat's butt.

[Number 3]

Originally Posted by Milk 1027

I've got me some cat scratch fever.

I think you have a "different" kind. Fenwick's comes from getting scratched BYYYYYY a cat. Yours comes from wanting to...........never mind you are a mod and I will not get banned for responding to your clever word play.

[ljustin293]

hey

[1320junkie]

Originally Posted by Milk 1027

I've got me some cat scratch fever.

Here have a drink..I've had some of this..it's not to bad..nope not bad at all

[FenwickHockey65]

I don't have cat scratch disease. :(

[Xanthos]

Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

I don't have cat scratch disease. :(

Fen, come make Murphy better.
- Xanthos

[Number 3]

Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

I don't have cat scratch disease. :(

Not even the one Milk is talking about?

[ljustin293]

it's hard to believe it's June already...

[1320junkie]

Originally Posted by 1320junkie

Here have a drink..I've had some of this..it's not to bad..nope not bad at all

You guys scared to have a drink? lol

[diddiyo]

Originally Posted by 1320junkie

You guys scared to have a drink? lol

i like to open up a ***** every once in a while and take a nice refreshing sip.

[1320junkie]

Originally Posted by diddiyo

i like to open up a ***** every once in a while and take a nice refreshing sip.

It tastes a little fresher than

[FenwickHockey65]

Originally Posted by XanthosV6

Fen, come make Murphy better.
- Xanthos

Heartworm, right?

Get a pack of Revolution or Heartguard. Other than that, I have no idea what to do.

[diddiyo]

Originally Posted by 1320junkie

It tastes a little fresher than

depends, not necessarily ;D

[Xanthos]

Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Heartworm, right?

Get a pack of Revolution or Heartguard. Other than that, I have no idea what to do.

I have him on heartguard plus. Hopefully once they get rid of it I won't have to worry about it coming back.

Originally Posted by diddiyo

depends, not necessarily ;D

Seconded.
- Xanthos