Bacterial Infections
Summary
- Guidelines on opportunistic infections do not recommend primary chemoprophylaxis for prevention of Bartonella infections in HIV-infected patients (Management Guidelines)[CDC OI]
- Cat scratches and contact with flea-infested cats should be avoided by HIV-infected individuals, particularly those with severe immunosuppression[CDC OI]
- Homeless and marginally housed individuals should receive education about the risks of body lice and treatment to eliminate infestation
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