Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Sporotrichosis cases in humans and cats in Brazil and One Health
By Motta, Geovana Thaís et al.·Published in Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)·2025·State University of the Midwest of Paraná, Brazil·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: One Health: Action in Brazilian Cases of Sporotrichosis in Humans and Cats.
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Plain-English summary
A cat diagnosed with sporotrichosis, a fungal infection that can affect both animals and humans, was brought to a veterinary clinic in Brazil in August 2023. The cat's owner also showed signs of the disease, prompting an investigation into other cases. Over several months, 21 animals were tested, and 15 cats, all unneutered males with outdoor access, were confirmed to have the infection. This situation highlights the importance of monitoring sporotrichosis, as it can spread between pets and people. Treatment options for sporotrichosis typically include antifungal medications, which can help both cats and their owners recover.
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Abstract
This study aims to report the number of animal cases identified in the central-south region of Paraná. It also seeks to correlate these findings with human diagnoses, thereby underscoring the importance of the One Health approach in implementing prophylactic measures and protocols for evaluating both positive and suspected cases. In August 2023, a cat diagnosed with sporotrichosis was presented at the UNICENTRO Veterinary School Clinic. Accompanying the cat was its guardian, who exhibited characteristic lesions of the disease. An epidemiological study was then initiated and spanned from August 2023 to March 2024. Cytological tests were performed on the suspected cases. From the epidemiological survey, 21 animals were tested. A total of 15 cats were confirmed to have sporotrichosis; all were unneutered males of the moggy breed with access to outdoor environments. Some pet owners also displayed symptoms and lesions consistent with sporotrichosis. Considering the recent surge in sporotrichosis cases in Brazil, along with its zoonotic potential and significance for public health-and considering its status as a notifiable disease-epidemiological studies such as this one are vital. They help in understanding the spread of the disease and are crucial for the development and implementation of prophylactic measures to protect human and animal health.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40137710/