Cowpox
Last Updated: 2023-07-07
Author(s): Anzengruber F., Navarini A.
ICD11: 1E 72
Last Updated: 2023-07-07
Author(s): Anzengruber F., Navarini A.
ICD11: 1E 72
Variola vaccina.
Zoonosis caused by the poxvirus bovis (orthopoxvirus). Rodents (e.g. rats) are the main reservoir of the pathogen, but humans, cats and cattle can be infected.
Transmission occurs via rodents and cattle, but mainly via cats. Skin lesions serve as a portal of entry.
After the appearance of erythema, papulovesicles and pustules, ulceration occurs (after about 2 weeks). In addition to local swelling, painful lymphadenitis is often seen. Sometimes a reduced AZ, febrile temperatures and ocular involvement are seen.