Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cat scratches generally aren't cause for concern — but you should watch for these symptoms. (Getty Images) (Getty Images) Cats are ...

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What Is Cat Scratch Fever? Cat scratch fever or cat scratch disease is an infection caused by the bacteria Bartonella henselae. You usually get this disease when an infected cat licks an open wound on ...

A recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study citing an increase in Cat Scratch Disease has incited a media frenzy, prompting headlines such as “Snuggling Up With Your Cat May Kill You ...

Scottish Straight kittens look on during a cat exhibition in Bishkek on March 23, 2013. VYACHESLAV OSELEDKO/AFP/Getty Images Cuddling kittens may be a soothing and joyous pastime for cat lovers, but ...

It’s common to get an occasional scratch when you play with your cat. It’s also important to treat any scratches and monitor them closely to ensure they heal well. Share on Pinterest Getty ...

As a cat lover, you may think a scratch or a bite by a feline is harmless and even cute at times. You may let their aggressive actions slide by thinking they’re more playful than usual. But did you ...

Cat scratch fever can happen when a person receives a bite, scratch, or lick from a cat that is infected with the bacteria Bartonella henselae. The infection does not usually cause severe ...

Cats are cute, and studies have shown that having one as a pet can reduce anxiety and even slow mental decline. Sometimes, however, their claws can get a little too close for comfort, leaving humans ...

Most people recover from this bacterial infection without treatment, but antibiotics may help some people. Complications are more likely to happen in people with compromised immune systems. Cat ...