Recurrent group B streptococcal disease in infants: Who should receive rifampin?
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A preterm breast-fed infant had three episodes of type Ia/c group B streptococcus septicemia. After the second episode rifampin was given to the infant, but further Ia/c exposure to maternal breast milk ensued. We propose rifampin treatment for both the mother and infant in cases of recurrent group B streptococcus disease.
Medical subject headings
- Leprostatic Agents
- Milk, Human
- Rifampin
- Streptococcal Infections
- Streptococcus agalactiae