👉 Jam infection, also known as jam cell infection or jam cell abscess, is a rare and severe condition that occurs when a bacterial infection spreads to the cells of the jam (a type of connective tissue found in the liver and spleen), typically following a hematogenous spread from an infected site, such as a urinary tract infection or pneumonia. The bacteria, often Streptococcus species, invade and multiply within these cells, leading to inflammation and tissue damage. This infection can cause significant complications, including abscess formation, where pus accumulates, and systemic symptoms like fever, chills, and generalized malaise. Treatment usually involves aggressive antibiotic therapy to combat the infection and may require surgical intervention to drain abscesses or remove affected tissue.
