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About 5 months ago i had knee revision surgery. last night one of my maine coon cats attacked me rather badly when i was trying to medicate her, drawing blood via teeth and nails. i understand that this could have serious implications? what do i do?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Cat scratch: Cat-scratch disease is caused by direct inoculation of Bartonella henselae under skin by trauma. Typically 3 to 5 days after the scratch erythematous papules develop and adenopathy. The disease can lead to conjunctivitis and possible encephalopathy.

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Answered 11/21/2019

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A member asked:

About 5 months ago i had knee revision surgery. last night one of my maine coon cats attacked me rather badly when i was trying to medicate her, drawing blood via teeth and nails. i understand that this could have serious implications? what do i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Malerman agreed

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