Common Name(s):
Cat Scratch Fever
Alternative Names & Classifications:
Toxoplasmosis (CLINICAL)
Description
Toxoplasmosis is caused by the Toxoplasma gondii parasite, which can form dormant cysts in skeletal muscle, myocardium, and brain tissue. While frequently asymptomatic in healthy adults, it can cause severe complications in immunocompromised individuals. If acquired during pregnancy, it can result in devastating congenital birth defects.