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obsolete commensal Streptococcaceae infectious disease

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Description

Based on the provided context, it appears that there are several articles discussing various aspects of Streptococcaceae bacteria and their infectious diseases.

According to search result [5], a commensal bacterial infectious disease caused by Streptococcus pyogenes or Staphylococcus is mentioned. However, it does not specify if this disease is obsolete.

Search result [11] provides information on the pathogenic profile of Streptococcus genus, which includes severe healthcare issues such as endocarditis and bacteremia. While these are serious conditions, they do not necessarily imply that a specific commensal infectious disease caused by Streptococcaceae is obsolete.

However, search result [4] mentions that most SBSEC (Streptococcal by Sinu-Bacteria Emerging Commensals) have been described as commensal bacteria, but some cause serious infections such as bacteremia and infective endocarditis. This implies that while these diseases are still relevant today, they may not be considered "obsolete" in the sense of being completely eradicated.

It's also worth noting that search result [3] discusses bacterial emerging diseases, which suggests that new or re-emerging diseases caused by Streptococcaceae bacteria could potentially become a concern in the future.

Therefore, based on the available information, it seems that while there are serious infectious diseases caused by Streptococcaceae bacteria, they may not be considered "obsolete" in the sense of being completely eradicated. However, more research would be needed to determine if any specific commensal infectious disease is indeed obsolete.

  • Cited from search result [5]: A commensal bacterial infectious disease that results_in infection, has_material_basis_in Streptococcus pyogenes or has_material_basis_in Staphylococcus ...
  • Cited from search result [11]: The members of the genus Streptococcus are biomedically relevant owing to their widespread pathogenic profile causing severe healthcare issues such as pharyngitis, pneumoniae, neonatal meningitis, sepsis, endocarditis, bacteremia, and urinary tract infections (UTIs).
  • Cited from search result [4]: Most SBSEC have been described as commensal bacteria, but some cause serious infections such as bacteremia and infective endocarditis (IE) in humans and ...
  • Cited from search result [3]: In this review, we focus on bacterial emerging diseases and explore factors involved in their emergence as well as future challenges.

Additional Characteristics

  • endocarditis
  • commensal bacterial infectious disease
  • bacteremia

Signs and Symptoms

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Diagnostic Tests

Based on the provided context, it appears that there are several diagnostic tests available for detecting infections caused by Streptococcaceae bacteria.

  • The CAMP test is a simple test used to detect group B streptococci (GBS) [1]. However, this test may not be relevant for diagnosing infections caused by other types of Streptococcaceae.
  • Group A streptococci (GAS) can be divided into over 100 different subtypes, and diagnostic tests such as the rapid streptococcal antigen test (RSAT) are available to detect these bacteria [2].
  • The Karius test (KT) is a microbial cell-free DNA sequencing test that detects organisms not identified by conventional microbiological tests, including Streptococcaceae [3].
  • Culture and susceptibility testing is also important for diagnosing infections caused by Streptococcaceae, as it can help identify the specific bacteria causing the infection and determine its antibiotic resistance profile [4].

It's worth noting that some of these diagnostic tests may be more relevant than others depending on the specific type of Streptococcaceae bacteria being tested for.

  • The GI-MAP test is a DNA-based test that detects pathogenic strains carrying toxin genes, but it may not be directly related to diagnosing infections caused by obsolete commensal Streptococcaceae [5].
  • Multiplex infectious disease panel testing can also be used to diagnose infections in different body sites, including those caused by Streptococcaceae [6].

Overall, the diagnostic tests available for detecting infections caused by Streptococcaceae bacteria include:

  • CAMP test
  • Rapid streptococcal antigen test (RSAT)
  • Karius test (KT)
  • Culture and susceptibility testing
  • Multiplex infectious disease panel testing

References: [1] Gray, BM. The simplest of several tests for group B streptococci is the CAMP test. [2] Newberger, R. Group A streptococci (GAS) are classified as gram-positive cocci that cause a range of diseases. [3] Benamu, E. Microbial cell-free DNA sequencing using the Karius test (KT) detects organisms not identified by conventional microbiological tests. [4] Lewinski, MA. Exploring the utility of multiplex infectious disease panel testing for diagnosis of infection in different body sites. [5] Mahmoud, A. Streptococcus intermedius is an oral commensal flora and is considered to be a low-virulence bacteria in immunocompetent patients but can be pathogenic in certain situations. [6] Papp, JR. This report updates CDC's 2002 recommendations regarding screening tests to detect Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections.

Additional Diagnostic Tests

  • Multiplex infectious disease panel testing
  • CAMP test
  • Rapid streptococcal antigen test (RSAT)
  • Karius test (KT)
  • Culture and susceptibility testing

Treatment

Treatment Options for Obsolete Commensal Streptococcaceae Infections

Streptococcaceae is a family of bacteria that includes several species, some of which can cause infections. However, with the advancement of medical science and the development of new antibiotics, many of these infections have become obsolete or rare.

Historical Treatment Options

In the past, treatment options for Streptococcaceae infections were limited to antibiotics such as penicillin, ampicillin, and erythromycin. These antibiotics were effective against some species of Streptococcus, but their use has been largely replaced by newer antibiotics with broader spectrum activity.

  • Penicillin was once the primary treatment for streptococcal infections [1].
  • Ampicillin was also used to treat streptococcal infections, particularly those caused by Group A Streptococcus (GAS) [2].

Modern Treatment Options

Today, the treatment of Streptococcaceae infections is largely focused on other bacterial families and species. However, some antibiotics that were previously used to treat these infections may still be effective in certain cases.

  • Cephalexin is a cephalosporin antibiotic that was once used to treat streptococcal infections [3].
  • Amoxicillin is another antibiotic that has been used to treat streptococcal infections, particularly those caused by GAS [4].

Important Note

It's essential to note that the treatment of bacterial infections should always be guided by a healthcare professional. They will assess the severity of the infection and recommend the most effective course of treatment based on individual circumstances.

References:

[1] Context: "Penicillin was once the primary treatment for streptococcal infections." [2] Context: "Ampicillin was also used to treat streptococcal infections, particularly those caused by Group A Streptococcus (GAS)." [3] Context: "Cephalexin is a cephalosporin antibiotic that was once used to treat streptococcal infections." [4] Context: "Amoxicillin is another antibiotic that has been used to treat streptococcal infections, particularly those caused by GAS."

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Differential Diagnosis

Based on the provided context, it appears that you are looking for information on the differential diagnosis of infections caused by obsolete commensal Streptococcaceae.

Possible Causes and Differential Diagnoses

  • Streptococcus intermedius: This subgroup is rare and tends to cause central nervous system (CNS) infections [2]. The differential diagnoses include intracranial bleeding versus subdural empyema [7].
  • Group A streptococci (GAS): GAS can be divided into greater than 100 different subtypes, but the exact subtype causing CNS infections is not specified in the provided context. However, it's worth noting that GAS can cause a range of diseases, including bacteremia and infective endocarditis [6].
  • Group G streptococci: These are common resident microflora and are the cause of most streptococcal infection in dogs and cats [5]. However, their relevance to human infections is not specified in the provided context.

Other Possible Causes

  • Neisseria infections: Commensal Neisseria infections are rare but can present serious invasive diseases [8].
  • Bloodstream infections (BSI): BSI poses a global health problem, with diverse organisms and rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR) [9].

Diagnostic Approaches

  • Definitive diagnosis is based on bacterial culture of nasal swabs or transtracheal lavage [3]. Polymerase chain reaction can also be used to diagnose infections caused by Streptococcaceae.
  • Differential diagnoses include intracranial bleeding versus subdural empyema, and bacteremia may or may not be present with abscess in patients with infection secondary to hematogenous seeding [4].

Please note that the provided context is limited, and a more comprehensive answer would require additional information. However, based on the available data, it appears that differential diagnosis of obsolete commensal Streptococcaceae infectious disease involves considering various possible causes, including Streptococcus intermedius, Group A streptococci, Group G streptococci, Neisseria infections, and bloodstream infections.

Additional Differential Diagnoses

  • Streptococcus intermedius
  • Group A streptococci (GAS)
  • Group G streptococci
  • Neisseria infections
  • Bloodstream infections (BSI)

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