Streptococcus pyogenes Infections in Skin and Skin Structures
Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A Streptococcus, or GAS) is a highly pathogenic bacterium responsible for a wide spectrum of infections, including severe skin and soft tissue…
Skin and Skin Structure Streptococcus Infections
Streptococcus species are among the most common causative agents of skin and skin structure infections (SSSIs). These infections range from mild impetigo to life-threatening necrotizing…
Skin and Skin Structure Streptococcus agalactiae Infection
Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B Streptococcus or GBS) is a gram-positive, beta-hemolytic bacterium traditionally associated with neonatal infections. However, in recent decades, GBS has emerged as…
Skin and Skin Structure Staphylococcus Infection
Staphylococcus species, primarily Staphylococcus aureus, are the leading causative agents of skin and skin structure infections (SSSIs). These gram-positive cocci, including both methicillin-sensitive (MSSA) and…
Skin and Skin Structure Serratia Infection
Serratia, particularly Serratia marcescens, is a gram-negative, facultative anaerobic bacillus that is commonly associated with nosocomial infections. Though more frequently linked with urinary and respiratory…
Skin and Skin Structure Pseudomonas aeruginosa Infection
Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a gram-negative, opportunistic pathogen known for its role in healthcare-associated skin and skin structure infections (SSSIs). It poses a significant clinical challenge…
Skin and Skin Structure Providencia Infection
Providencia species, particularly Providencia stuartii and Providencia rettgeri, are gram-negative, facultatively anaerobic bacilli belonging to the Enterobacteriaceae family. While more commonly implicated in urinary tract…
Skin and Skin Structure Proteus Infection
Proteus species, particularly Proteus mirabilis and Proteus vulgaris, are facultatively anaerobic gram-negative bacilli belonging to the Enterobacteriaceae family. While commonly residing in the gastrointestinal tract,…
Skin and Skin Structure Peptostreptococcus Infection
Peptostreptococcus is a genus of anaerobic, gram-positive cocci that forms part of the normal microbial flora of the skin, mucous membranes, and gastrointestinal tract. While…
Skin and Skin Structure Peptococcus Infection
Peptococcus species are gram-positive, obligate anaerobic cocci that form part of the normal human flora, particularly in the gastrointestinal and genitourinary tracts. Although generally considered…