Cat-transmitted cutaneous lymphatic sporothricosis
Marcus Henrique de S B Xavier1, Amanda de Lima Teixeira, Jane Marcy N Pinto
1Serviço de Dermatologia, Universidade Federal Fluminense, Hospital Universitário Antônio Pedro, Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. marcus_hx@hotmail.com
Dermatology Online Journal
|August 23, 2008
Summary
Sporotrichosis, a deep fungal infection, can spread through cat bites. This case highlights felines as potential vectors for transmitting sporotrichosis to humans, emphasizing zoonotic transmission risks.
Area of Science:
- Medical Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
- Zoonosis
Background:
- Sporotrichosis is a prevalent deep mycosis.
- Typically transmitted via penetrating trauma with contaminated organic material.
- Feline-associated sporotrichosis transmission has gained recognition since the 1980s.
Observation:
- A 68-year-old Brazilian female presented with an ulcer and nodules.
- Lesions appeared after a domestic cat bite.
- The cat had a concurrent lesion on its hind-foot.
Findings:
- The case demonstrates sporotrichosis transmission from a domestic cat to a human.
- Cat bites and scratches are identified as potential routes of human infection.
- Direct contact with contaminated solutions also poses a risk.
Implications:
- Highlights the zoonotic potential of sporotrichosis.
- Underscores the importance of veterinary awareness and public health education regarding feline-transmitted mycoses.
- Suggests considering animal contact in the differential diagnosis of unexplained cutaneous lesions.
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