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by Kris Newby, Invisible International If a person is diagnosed with cat scratch disease, what should be done with the pet cat that transmitted the disease through a bite or scratch? A recent publication in the American Journal of Ophthalmology provides guidance on this conundrum, presenting five clinical scenarios with remediation recommendations. The article starts with a fascinating case study about a 10-year-old boy who was experiencing reduced vision in the right eye. An ophthalmic examination revealed trapped fluid around the optic nerve and retina, consistent with a diagnosis of neuroretinitis. Blood antibody testing supported a diagnosis of Bartonella henselae neuroretinitis, caused by a tiny bacterium that causes cat scratch disease. A patient history revealed that the family recently adopted three kittens that had scratched the boy and his younger sister, possibly infecting both. This left the ophthalmologist and the family with an uncomfortable question of what should be do...

Skin infections are a common and irritating problem for our pets. Dogs, like humans, are prone to a range of skin infections that can cause discomfort and anxiety. Bacteria, fungi, parasites, allergies, and even underlying medical disorders can cause these diseases.  Identifying the signs and symptoms of skin infections in dogs is essential for quick intervention and treatment. Understanding the various skin infections affecting dogs is pivotal for preserving their overall health and well-being.   Did you know that dogs can contract skin infections just like people? Our furry companions depend on us to maintain their well-being and joyfulness. Skin infections affecting dogs can stem from several culprits, such as: Bacteria Fungi Parasites Allergies These ailments produce an irritating sensation and itchiness in our four-legged friends. It also puts them in danger of more severe health complications. This article delves into the different types of skin infecti...

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is working with local health departments, the CDC and the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS), to investigate an outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to ground beef. A source of the ground beef has not yet been identified, but public health officials urge Illinois residents to follow safe food handling steps when preparing and eating ground beef. Ground beef should always be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F before eating and the temperature should be checked with a food thermometer. Illinois public health officials have identified 26 confirmed cases in Illinois. Cases are reported in Chicago as well as Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties. The illness onset dates of the cases ranged from April 25 to May 18. A small number of cases in other states are also under investigation by the CDC and state health departments. IDPH is working with local healt...

Coming down with a stomach bug is no picnic for little kids — or their parents — but it can be hard to avoid, especially when norovirus is going around. This easily spread stomach virus causes intestinal distress (nausea, diarrhea, vomiting), but fortunately it doesn't usually last more than a couple of days. Read on to learn norovirus symptoms, plus treatments and prevention tips. What is norovirus? Norovirus is a group of highly contagious viruses that cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea and are commonly seen during the colder months, usually between November and April. [1] Hundreds of millions of cases develop every year, affecting over 200 million children. Sometimes norovirus may be referred to as the stomach flu, but that can be misleading, as it's not related to the flu. Norovirus symptoms After exposure to norovirus, your child might begin to show symptoms in a day or two. Here are the most common ones to watch for: How do babies and toddlers catch norovirus? N...

image: Treatment of acne through efficient ultrasound-triggered antibacterial nanoparticles embedded microneedle patch. view more  Credit: The University of Hong Kong A research team led by Professor Kelvin Yeung from the Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine, the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) has designed a new microneedle patch to offer a highly-effective non-antibiotic approach for the treatment of skin infection. In brief, the design engineered with ultra...

Food poisoning is a condition that occurs from consuming contaminated foods or beverages. The foods or beverages contain bacteria, viruses, or parasites that can multiply in the body. Common bacterial sources of food poisoning include Salmonella , E. coli , and Listeria . Up to 30% of people in industrialized countries (including Canada, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and 18 European countries) experience food poisoning every year. Food poisoning causes symptoms like vomiting, nausea, fever, and cramping. Symptoms might start within a few hours of eating contaminated food or up to one week later. They can last from about 24 hours to about one week. Food poisoning usually resolves on its own with time and at-home remedies. However, some people may experience dehydration, which can worsen symptoms. True to its name, food poisoning causes bacteria to release toxins into your body, which can make you feel very ill. Symptoms of food poisoning c...

Dr. Frederick Ho  |  Special to FLORIDA TODAY Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) typically affect the genitals, rectum and throat. These infections can involve the eyes as the result of direct contact or spread through the bloodstream. Although they are relatively uncommon, infected eyes can experience blurry vision and irritation. On rare occasions, the eye infection is the first time that STD is diagnosed because the initial symptoms of infection were very mild and disappeared quickly.  The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes the acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). The infection is spread by sexual transmission or exchange of blood or other body fluid. Because of immunocompromised status, the eyes are susceptible to opportunistic infections, including herpes, fungi, bacteria and cytomegalovirus. Kaposi's Sarcoma is a tumor that commonly occurs in AIDS patients can be found in the eyelids and conjunctiva. Dr. Ho's ...

CNN  —  The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating a salmonella outbreak that has been linked to flour, and it's urging people not to eat or play with uncooked dough or batter. A dozen illnesses – including three hospitalizations – have been reported in connection with the outbreak, spanning 11 states. However, the CDC says that the scale of the outbreak is probably much larger than the number of reported cases suggests. The agency has not identified specific brands of flour involved in the outbreak. This illustration depicts a three-dimensional (3D) computer-generated image of a grouping of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. The artistic recreation was based upon scanning electron microscopic (SEM) imagery. CDC ...

Fourth of July festivities are a lot more fun when you aren't sunburned, dehydrated or sick from food poisoning. The unfortunate fact is Fourth of July-related injuries are on the rise, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission firework injuries alone have increased by 25% over the last 15 years  But you can let freedom ring safely by taking a few extra precautions.  Adblock test (Why?)

You don't have to go running to your doctor or the pharmacy every time you feel those lips cracking. If your lips get chapped or cracked, and if those corners always seem to run dry in the winter, run to your kitchen pantry for a solution. But keep in mind that these home remedies only work if your angular cheilitis is caused idiopathically. Coconut oil is an easy find in any household. Applying it to your lips and the corners of your lips will not only prevent dryness but will also help fight off any underlying infection. If you can't seem to find coconut oil, olive oil should also work. Alovera has all the moisturizing goodness your lips need in the harsh winters. Furthermore, its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal properties help heal wounds and sores caused by angular cheilitis. Honey is the ultimate home remedy for healing wounds, as it consists of everything from anti-inflammatory properties to disinfectant properties. Plus, it's hydrating and...

[embedded content] AN INTRODUCTION TO  E. COLI  BACTERIA Escherichia coli  (or  E. coli )   is the most prevalent infecting organism in the family of gram-negative bacteria known as enterobacteriaceae. [1]   E. coli  bacteria were discovered in the human colon in 1885 by German bacteriologist Theodor Escherich. [2] Dr. Escherich also showed that certain strains of the bacterium were responsible for infant diarrhea and gastroenteritis, an important public health discovery. Although  E. coli  bacteria were initially called Bacterium coli, the name was later changed to  Escherichia coli  to honor its discoverer. [2] E. coli  is often referred to as the best or most-studied free-living organism. [1, 3] More than 700 serotypes of  E. coli  have been identified. [1,4] The "O" and "H" antigens on the bacteria and their fl...