What Is Cat Scratch Fever?
9. CSD Treatment
For most people, the illness gets better on its own. Keeping the bite site clean, drinking plenty of fluids and getting adequate rest can hasten the recovery time. When someone develops more serious symptoms, the doctor may prescribe one of four common antibiotics.
Cat scratch disease is most often treated with ciprofloxacin, rifampin, tetracycline or trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. The course of treatment is typically between 5 and 14 days. If you are prescribed antibiotics, it is important that you take the medication as directed and complete the entire treatment.
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