infections
Cat Scratch Disease
Treatment of Cat Scratch Disease
Heat and pain relievers Sometimes an antibiotic For people with a healthy immune system, applying heat to the infected area and taking pain relievers are usually adequate. Sometimes doctors also give antibiotics such asazithromycinto reduce swelling in the lymph nodes and to keep the disease from spreading. If people with a weakened immune system (particularly those with HIV infection or AIDS) have an infection that has spread, they need to take antibiotics. Antibiotics that may be used includeciprofloxacin,gentamicin, anddoxycycline. These antibiotics need to be taken for weeks to months. People with a weakened immune system can avoid getting the infection by avoiding domestic cats. 