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Cat scratch disease
A primary lesion of cat scratch disease on the cheek - note the infra-auricular lymphadenopathy

Cat scratch disease

A primary lesion of cat scratch disease on the cheek - note the infra-auricular lymphadenopathy  (CSD-patient2)


Keywords: Bartonella henselae bacteria, Cat scratch, Cat scratch fever, Cheek, Child, Erythematous papule, Face, Lymphadenopathy, Male, Primary inoculation lesion



What is cat scratch disease?

Cat scratch disease (CSD) is a bacterial infection that affects the lymph nodes. It is also known as cat scratch fever or subacute regional lymphadenitis.

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