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Beta-hemolytic Streptococcus group B caused cellulitis in a 2-week-old infant. This case and 16 others from literature highlight this bacterial infection in neonates, emphasizing the need for prompt diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Infectious Diseases
- Neonatology
Background:
- Neonatal infections pose significant health risks.
- Cellulitis is a common bacterial skin infection.
- Beta-hemolytic Streptococcus group B is a notable neonatal pathogen.
Abstract:
We have described a 2-week-old infant with cellulitis in the left submandibular region due to beta hemolytic Streptococcus, group B, and presented 16 additional cases compiled from the literature.