Can your body fight off cat scratch fever?

Can your body fight off cat scratch fever?

Yes. In many immunocompetent people, cat scratch disease is self-limited and improves with supportive care and monitoring. However, that does not mean no case ever needs intervention. High fever, severe lymph node pain, suppuration, eye symptoms, or immunosuppression may require antibiotics and closer follow-up. The most appropriate approach is to judge “self-resolution” based on severity and individual risk profile.