Strongyloidiasis
Strongyloidiasis is a parasitic infection caused by the nematode Strongyloides stercoralis, a roundworm that primarily affects the human gastrointestinal system. This infection is a major…
Streptococcus pneumoniae Vaccination
Streptococcus pneumoniae (S. pneumoniae) is a leading bacterial pathogen responsible for severe respiratory infections, including pneumonia, bronchitis, and invasive diseases like meningitis and bacteremia. It…
Streptococcus pneumoniae Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic bronchitis, defined as a productive cough lasting for at least three months over two consecutive years, often results from persistent inflammation and microbial colonization…
Streptococcus pneumoniae Bronchitis
Streptococcus pneumoniae bronchitis is a lower respiratory tract infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, a Gram-positive, alpha-hemolytic diplococcus. Though commonly associated with pneumonia and meningitis, this…
Streptococcus Pericarditis
Streptococcus pericarditis is an acute or subacute inflammation of the pericardial sac, caused by various Streptococcus species. Though rare in the antibiotic era, this form…
Streptococcus Osteomyelitis
Streptococcus osteomyelitis refers to a serious bacterial bone infection caused predominantly by species of Streptococcus, particularly Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A Streptococcus, GAS), Streptococcus agalactiae (Group…
Streptococcus Myositis
Streptococcus myositis is a rare but fulminant infection of skeletal muscle primarily caused by Group A Streptococcus (GAS), most notably Streptococcus pyogenes. It is distinct…
Streptococcus Lung Abscess
A Streptococcus lung abscess is a localized collection of pus within the lung parenchyma caused by Streptococcus species. It typically arises due to necrotizing pneumonia…
Streptococcus Empyema
Streptococcus empyema refers to the accumulation of pus in the pleural space due to infection by streptococcal bacteria, most commonly Streptococcus pneumoniae, though Streptococcus anginosus…
Streptococcus Complicated Appendicitis
Complicated appendicitis—characterized by perforation, gangrene, or abscess formation—is an acute, life-threatening condition that often results from microbial invasion of the appendix. Among the bacterial pathogens…