Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 032191855X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 20 - Microbial Diseases of the Nervous System and Eyes - Questions For Review - Multiple Choice - Page 634: 13

Answer

D

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Streptococcus agalactia or group B streptococcus is a gram-positive bacteria that is responsible for causing meningitis, bacteremia, and pneumonia in newborns. It can also lead to hearing loss, seizures and learning difficulty. A child infected with this bacteria will have many symptoms that include fever, difficulty in eating, slow breathing and irritability.
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