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  • Infectious disease epidemiology
  • Microbiology

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  • Streptococcus suis infection is a zoonotic disease transmitted from pigs to humans.
  • Human cases of S. suis infection have risen significantly, especially in Southeast Asia.
  • Factors contributing to the increase include heightened awareness, better diagnostic tools, and outbreak occurrences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of the emergence of Streptococcus suis infection in humans.
  • To describe the common clinical manifestations of S. suis infection.

Main Methods:

  • This study is an overview based on existing literature and reported cases.
  • No new experimental data was generated; it synthesizes current knowledge.

Main Results:

  • The incidence of Streptococcus suis infection in humans has shown a notable increase.
  • Southeast Asia is the primary region for reported human cases due to high pig density.
  • Meningitis and sepsis are the predominant clinical presentations.
  • Hearing loss is a frequent and significant complication.

Conclusions:

  • Streptococcus suis poses a growing public health concern due to its increasing prevalence in humans.
  • Understanding the emergence and clinical spectrum of S. suis infection is crucial for effective prevention and management.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are essential to mitigate severe complications like hearing loss.