Streptococcus mitis
Streptococcus mitis is a species of Gram-positive bacteria that belongs to the genus Streptococcus. It is a member of the viridans group streptococci, a group of catalase-negative, gram-positive cocci characterized by their resistance to optochin and their ability to produce alpha-hemolysis on blood agar.
Characteristics[edit | edit source]
Streptococcus mitis is a non-motile, non-spore-forming, facultatively anaerobic bacteria that is usually found in pairs or chains. It is a normal inhabitant of the human oral cavity and upper respiratory tract, but can also be found in the gastrointestinal tract and female genital tract.
Pathogenesis[edit | edit source]
While Streptococcus mitis is generally considered a commensal organism, it can become pathogenic under certain conditions, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. It has been associated with a variety of infections, including bacteremia, endocarditis, meningitis, and pneumonia.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment of Streptococcus mitis infections typically involves the use of antibiotics. However, resistance to certain antibiotics, including penicillin, has been reported. Therefore, susceptibility testing is often necessary to determine the most effective treatment.
Research[edit | edit source]
Research on Streptococcus mitis has contributed to our understanding of bacterial pathogenesis and antibiotic resistance. It has also been used as a model organism in studies of oral streptococci and their interactions with the human host.
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