Serious Symptoms Of Cat Scratch Disease

Weight Loss

Rapid weight loss is not unusual in those infected with cat scratch disease. This is because of the fact this infection causes severe fatigue and loss of appetite. The poor appetite can generally be caused by the fever and headache that normally accompany cat scratch disease.

Felines do not usually show any symptoms when infected with cat scratch disease. However, it is estimated forty percent of cats are infected with the disease yet remain asymptomatic. Felines become infected with cat scratch disease through flea bites, or from being bitten or scratched by other cats who are also infected.

Continue reading to learn more about cat scratch disease symptoms.