Cat Flea Infestation in a Hospital: A Case Report.
- Author:
Muthupalaniappen LEELAVATHI
1
;
Moktar NORHAYATI
;
Yin Yin LEE
Author Information
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- Keywords: Ctenocephalides felis; cat flea; nosocomial infection; Malaysia
- MeSH: Adult; Animals; Bites and Stings/diagnosis/*parasitology; Cross Infection/diagnosis/*parasitology; Ctenocephalides/*physiology; Female; Flea Infestations/diagnosis/*parasitology; Humans
- From:The Korean Journal of Parasitology 2012;50(1):79-82
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: Cat flea bite in humans results in extremely pruritic skin lesions. It has been reported to occur among those living in domiciliary accommodation. However, nosocomial infestation with cat flea has not been reported. We hereby report a case of nosocomial infestation of cat flea in a hospital facility. Identification of the parasite, its appropriate eradication, and adequate medical management of the patients resulted in a satisfactory outcome.
