👉 Pneumococcemia is a serious infection caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae, which can spread through inhalation of mucus or other secretions from an infected person. It usually affects children and young adults under 5 years old who have been exposed to the bacteria in their mother's milk during pregnancy. Symptoms may include fever, cough, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. Treatment typically involves antibiotics to fight off the infection and prevent complications such as pneumonia. P
