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Pasteurella multocida infection in Singapore
Tropical and Geographical Medicine
|October 1, 1992
Abstract:
A case of Pasteurella multocida infection in Singapore is presented. The patient was a 21-year-old Chinese male who developed fever and cellulitis with abscess formation of his right index finger after it was bitten by a stray cat. The organism was isolated in pure culture and identified as Pasteurella multocida subspecies septica. The patient responded to antibiotic therapy and had an uneventful recovery.
Insights
A stray cat bite in Singapore led to a Pasteurella multocida infection in a young man. Prompt antibiotic treatment resulted in a full recovery from the finger cellulitis and abscess.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Pasteurella multocida is a Gram-negative bacterium commonly found in the oral flora of domestic and wild animals.
- Animal bites, particularly from cats and dogs, are a significant route of transmission for Pasteurella multocida to humans.
- Human infections can range from localized cellulitis to severe systemic disease.
Observation:
- A case study involving a 21-year-old Chinese male in Singapore presenting with fever and cellulitis of the right index finger.
- The patient's symptoms developed subsequent to a bite from a stray cat.
- Clinical presentation included significant inflammation and abscess formation at the site of the bite.
Findings:
- Pasteurella multocida subspecies septica was successfully isolated in pure culture from the infected finger abscess.
- Identification confirmed the etiological agent responsible for the patient's infection.
- The patient's clinical response to antibiotic therapy was positive, indicating effective treatment.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of recognizing Pasteurella multocida as a potential pathogen following animal bites, even in seemingly healthy individuals.
- Early diagnosis and appropriate antibiotic management are crucial for preventing complications and ensuring favorable outcomes in Pasteurella multocida infections.
- Public health awareness regarding the risks associated with stray animal encounters and the need for prompt medical attention after bites is essential.