Title
Beta-hemolytic Streptococci in respiratory illness
Authors
Gayathri Gunasekaran1†,*, Dinesh Kumar Thirugnanam2† & N. Nalini Jayanthi3
Affiliation
1Department of Microbiology, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Kattankulathur- 603 203, Tamil Nadu, India; 2†Department of Microbiology, Meenakshi Ammal Dental College and Hospital, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be university), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India; 3Department of Respiratory Medicine, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Kattankulathur- 603 203, Tamil Nadu, India; *Corresponding author & †Equal contribution
Gayathri Gunasekaran - E - mail: gayathri.microbiologist14@gmail.com
Dinesh Kumar Thirugnanam - E - mail: dineshthiru1999@gmail.com
N Nalini Jayanthi - E - mail: nalinijayanthi59@gmail.com
Article Type
Review Article
Date
Received October 1, 2024; Revised November 5, 2024; Accepted November 5, 2024, Published November 5, 2024
Abstract
Beta-hemolytic streptococci are associated with various respiratory illnesses, such as pharyngitis, scarlet fever, and pneumonia, highlighting the need for enhanced diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive strategies. Advances in immunology and molecular biology have provided insights into the etiology and host immune responses to these infections, but many questions remain unanswered. Further research is needed to develop advanced diagnostics, explore vaccine candidates, understand immune responses, and address antibiotic resistance. Epidemiological studies are crucial to improving our understanding of these infections and their public health impact. A multidisciplinary approach integrating epidemiology, microbiology, immunology, and clinical medicine is essential to reduce the burden of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections and improve overall treatment and prevention efforts.
Keywords
Beta-hemolytic Streptococci, respiratory illness
Citation
Gunasekaran et al. Bioinformation 20(11): 1495-1499 (2024)
Edited by
P Kangueane
ISSN
0973-2063
Publisher
License
This is an Open Access article which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly credited. This is distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License.
