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A kitten who i believe hasnt had its shots yet scratched my 15 month old at my in laws house. im worried the baby can get sick?

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Visit this site for info on cat scratch disease and be on the lookout for any signs or symptoms. If you see any, contact the child's pediatrician. https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/diseases/cat-scratch.html#:~:text=Cat%20scratch%20disease%20(CSD)%20is,the%20surface%20of%20the%20skin. Wish you and your child good health!

Answered 8/8/2022

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

I agree, review signs of cat scratch disease and please see urgent care. The scratch may be deep and less to a skin infection. Keep the area clean and dry.

Answered 8/9/2022

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