How does GBS affect adults, and what are the symptoms?

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How does GBS affect adults, and what are the symptoms?

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Group B Streptococcus (GBS) can affect adults. Those at greater risk are older adults, individuals with chronic illnesses (e.g., diabetes, liver disease), and adults with weakened immune systems.

The common symptoms are:

  • Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Redness, swelling, warmth, and pain in the affected area.

  • Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Frequent urination, pain or burning during urination, and cloudy urine.

  • Sepsis: Fever, chills, rapid heart rate, and confusion.

  • Pneumonia: Cough, fever, difficulty breathing, and chest pain.

  • Bone and Joint Infections: Pain, swelling, redness, and reduced joint mobility.