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Cowpox: How dangerous could it be for humans? Case report
Dagny C Krankowska1, Piotr A Woźniak2, Aneta Cybula1
1Department of Infectious and Tropical Diseases and Hepatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Hospital for Infectious Diseases, Wolska 37, 01-201 Warsaw, Poland.
Summary
Cowpox, a rare zoonotic disease, can cause severe ocular complications like eyelid necrosis and corneal damage. Early suspicion and diagnosis are crucial for managing this potentially serious viral infection.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Ophthalmology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Cowpox is a rare zoonotic disease primarily transmitted from cats to humans.
- While typically causing skin lesions, the ocular form of cowpox can lead to severe complications.
