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Man bitten by stray cat contracts infection unknown to science

  • A 48-year-old man in the UK developed a mysterious bacterial infection after being bitten by a stray cat, resulting in painful hand swelling and multiple wounds.
  • The bacteria responsible for the infection was identified as a previously unknown species belonging to the Globicatella genus, highlighting the potential for cats to carry undiscovered human pathogens.
  • The man underwent treatment with antibiotics and surgery to remove damaged tissue, leading to a successful recovery from the infection.
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Science Alert broke the news in Australia on Monday, August 7, 2023.
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