Suggest Treatment For Streptococcus Pneumoniae On Nose

Posted on Sat, 11 Apr 2015

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Question : I was told I have streptococcus pneumoniae in
my nose. I have no symptoms and am looking for a second opinion on if I should treat it with antibiotics and if it is something I should be concerned about. Thanks

Answered by Dr. Krunal Karade (58 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No need to be concerned about it .

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the query.

I have read your query and understand your concern.

Streptococcus pneumoniae is common normal bacterial flora present in nose .
Streptococcus pneumoniae is present in the upper respiratory tract of about half the population.

If you are not having any symptoms , no need to take antibiotics .
Streptococcus pneumoniae causes infection by invasion the mucosa of nose when our immunity get down .

No need to be concerned about it .

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T