Cat scratch disease
Disease Information
In-Depth
What are the symptoms of cat scratch disease?
The following are the most common symptoms of cat scratch disease. However, each child may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:
- A cat bite or scratch that doesn't heal or worsens over time.
- They can be painful or swollen glands, especially under the armpits.
- Your child may have flu-like symptoms, including headache, lethargy, decreased appetite, fatigue, joint pain or a fever.
- Your child may get a body rash.
