Complicações clínicas e terapêuticas em três casos de esporotricose felina: relato de casos

Sporotrichosis is a subcutaneous mycosis of growing importance in veterinary medicine and public health, caused by fungi of the Sporothrix genus. With a zoonotic nature and emerging behavior, it mainly affects domestic cats, which act as important urban reservoirs and sources of infection for humans. This study describes and discusses three cases of feline sporotrichosis observed in the municipality of Leme, São Paulo (Brazil), aiming to highlight the different clinical presentations, therapeutic responses, and associated complications. The reports reveal the evolutionary variability of the disease and the challenges in its clinical management, including delayed diagnosis, organ failure, and adverse drug reactions. It should also be emphasized that caregivers and animal protectors need to be aware of zoonotic risks, proper management, and preventive measures, such as keeping cats in a safe home environment. This study contributes to the clinical and epidemiological understanding of the disease, reinforcing the importance of integrated control strategies and health education initiatives.