Cat scratches generally aren't cause for concern — but you should watch for these symptoms. (Getty Images) Cats are cute, and studies have shown that having one as a pet can reduce anxiety and even ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 21, 2016 -- If Fluffy the cat gets out of sorts and scratches you, it's possible you could get a bacterial infection called cat-scratch disease that might even land you in the ...

It’s not uncommon to get an occasional scratch when you play with your cat. However, it’s important to take care of your wound and monitor it carefully for complications. Not all cat scratches are ...

Cat-scratch disease, as the name suggests, is spread by cats. It has long been considered a mild illness, but a study finds that people are getting more serious complications, which can be fatal. "The ...

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 ...