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| What are the general characteristics of S. pneumoniae? |
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| What is the virulence factor of S. pneumoniae? |
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| What is the mode of transmission of Streptococcus pneumoniae? |
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Endogenesis Respiratory droplet
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| What are the disease caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae? |
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Pneumonia - inflammation and fluid build up in lungs Otitis media - middle ear infection Meningitis - 15% of all cases
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| What are the host defenses to Streptococcus pneumonia? |
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Mucous and cilia Phagocytosis
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| How is Streptococcus pneumoniae detected? |
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Gram stain BAP Specific antibody-antigen tests
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| What is the treatment for Streptococcus pneumoniae? |
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| What is the vaccine given for Streptococcus pneumoniae? |
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