Clinical Impact and Pathogenic Role of Streptococcus Pneumoniae in Human Respiratory and Systemic Diseases
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.65421/jshd.v2i2.133Keywords:
Streptococcus Pneumoniae, Antibiotic Susceptibility, Tripoli Medical Center, Pneumonia, Clinical DiagnosisAbstract
This study examined the prevalence of Streptococcus pneumoniae and its antibiotic susceptibility among patients with respiratory and systemic infections at Tripoli Medical Center, Libya. A total of 50 clinical samples were collected and analyzed using routine laboratory methods.
The results showed that 38 samples (76%) were positive for Streptococcus pneumoniae. Infection was more common in males than females, with the highest prevalence in the 41–60 years age group. Pneumonia was the most common clinical diagnosis, and sputum samples were the most frequently used specimens for bacterial isolation.
Antibiotic susceptibility testing revealed high sensitivity to vancomycin, levofloxacin, and ceftriaxone, while increased resistance was observed against erythromycin and penicillin.
In conclusion, Streptococcus pneumoniae remains a major cause of respiratory and systemic infections. Proper laboratory diagnosis, appropriate antibiotic use, and vaccination are essential to reduce disease burden and antibiotic resistance.
