The Cat’s Meow: A Triad of Optic Neuritis, Iritis, and a Parotid Mass
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https://doi.org/10.59311/wtjm.v1i3.29Keywords:
Bartonella henselae, Cat Scratch Disease, Parotid mass, Optic neuritis, IritisAbstract
Cat Scratch Disease is an infectious process caused by the bacteria Bartonella henselae. It classically presents as a self-limited lymphadenopathy after inoculation through a cat scratch. This case details an atypical presentation of optic neuritis, iritis, and a parotid mass. The purpose of this discussion is to promote inclusion of Cat Scratch Disease in the diagnostic workup of a pediatric patient presenting with these symptoms.Downloads
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Published
12/21/2023
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Baker L, Boerner Z, Nunez B, Strong M. The Cat’s Meow: A Triad of Optic Neuritis, Iritis, and a Parotid Mass . WTJOM. 2023;1(3):25-28. doi:10.59311/wtjm.v1i3.29
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