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Can you catch some sort of infection from a mouse?
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Yes: there are several infections, transmitted by mites but carried by all rodents; almost all are viral but there are some that are spirochetal (similar to lyme) and some that are bacterial. If you are concerned about unusual symptoms you should see your physician as soon as possible
Answered 8/27/2017
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Yes: Mice can carry Hantavirus, Salmonellosis, Leptospirosis ( a bacteria) and Lymphocytic Chorio-meningitis (LCM).
Answered 6/27/2020
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