The Cat’s Meow: A Triad of Optic Neuritis, Iritis, and a Parotid Mass

Authors

  • Lauren Baker Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
  • Zane Boerner Texas Tech University Health Sciences School of Medicine
  • Bethany Nunez Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Department of Pediatrics
  • Michael Strong Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59311/wtjm.v1i3.29

Keywords:

Bartonella henselae, Cat Scratch Disease, Parotid mass, Optic neuritis, Iritis

Abstract

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.

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Published

12/21/2023

How to Cite

1.
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

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 3 (2023): Volume 1, Issue 3

Section

Pediatrics Section