👉 Paramyxida is a group of bacteria that includes the most common cause of bacterial pneumonia, which can be caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Streptococcus pyogenes. These bacteria are typically found in the gut and are responsible for the majority of infections in children and adults. The term "paramyxal" refers to their characteristic shape resembling a paramedian line, similar to the appearance of a paramedian band on an X-ray.
