Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Household outbreak of sporotrichosis: towards the One Health approach.
- Journal:
- Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical
- Year:
- 2022
- Authors:
- Andrade, Elisa Helena Paz et al.
- Affiliation:
- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais
Plain-English summary
In a recent case, a woman, her dog, and two cats all living together developed sporotrichosis, a fungal infection that can spread between animals and humans. The study highlights how important it is for veterinarians and doctors to work together to quickly identify and manage such outbreaks. By sharing information and resources, they can help prevent the spread of this disease. This case shows that a coordinated approach is crucial for effectively dealing with sporotrichosis.
Abstract
Although sporotrichosis requires a broad approach for control, few reports have described the relationship between the index case and secondary contacts. In the present work, we report an outbreak involving a woman, a dog, and two cats from the same household environment, including the clinical and epidemiological aspects and outcomes, and discuss the importance of a One Health approach to face this neglected disease. The joint efforts of professionals such as veterinarians and physicians are essential for early diagnosis and surveillance, which contributes to the rapid identification and control of zoonotic sporotrichosis outbreaks.
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