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…
Streptococcus Acute Otitis Media
Streptococcus acute otitis media (AOM) is a common bacterial infection of the middle ear, primarily caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, a leading pathogen in pediatric ear…
Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome
Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) is a rare yet rapidly progressive and life-threatening illness caused by Group A Streptococcus (GAS), particularly Streptococcus pyogenes. Characterized by…
Streptococcal Septicemia
Streptococcal septicemia, also referred to as streptococcal bacteremia, is a critical bloodstream infection caused by invasive strains of Streptococcus species. This condition demands urgent clinical…
Streptococcal Septic Abortion
Streptococcal septic abortion is a severe, often life-threatening infection of the uterine cavity occurring after an abortion, induced or spontaneous. This condition is commonly caused…
Streptococcal Pneumonia
Streptococcal pneumonia, commonly referred to as pneumococcal pneumonia, is a severe bacterial infection of the lungs caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. This gram-positive diplococcus is a…
Streptococcal Peritonitis
Streptococcal peritonitis is an acute, life-threatening inflammation of the peritoneum caused by infection with Streptococcus species. While peritonitis can arise from various microbial agents, streptococcal…
Streptococcal Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Streptococcal pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a severe form of reproductive tract infection caused by Streptococcus species, notably Group A Streptococcus (GAS) and Group B…
