Can You Catch a Stomach Virus from Your Cat? Understanding Zoonotic Risks

Learn if stomach viruses can be transmitted from cats to humans and how to practice good hygiene with pets.

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Stomach viruses in humans are typically caused by norovirus or rotavirus, which do not transfer from cats to humans. While cats can carry some zoonotic diseases, the specific viruses causing human stomach illnesses are different. Always practice good hygiene by washing your hands after handling pets to minimize any risk of bacterial infections.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can humans catch stomach viruses from cats? No, stomach viruses in humans are caused by norovirus or rotavirus, which do not transfer from cats to humans.
  2. What types of diseases can cats transmit to humans? Cats can carry some zoonotic diseases, but the specific viruses causing human stomach illnesses are different from those carried by cats.
  3. How can I prevent infections after handling my cat? Always practice good hygiene, such as washing your hands thoroughly after handling pets, to minimize the risk of bacterial infections.
  4. What are common symptoms of stomach viruses in humans? Common symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, and stomach cramps, typically caused by norovirus or rotavirus.

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