The incidence of lymph node cancer is increasing globally and is more common in developed nations. However the rise in lymph node cancer in South Africa may often be attributed to the high incidence of HIV/AIDS although this is not the only cause. Due to the nature of the area, there is always a risk of rapid spread as the lymph nodes are connected to each other through the vast network of vessels that make up the lymphatic system.
Cat scratch disease (CSD) is a bacterial infection transmitted by cats. It can be contracted through a scratch, lick or bite of a cat and while cats are a carrier, they do not suffer from the disease themselves. The bite or scratch may not always be obvious and even a slight tear in the skin by an infected animal can result in cat scratch disease in humans.
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