Is Streptococcus agalactiae dangerous? Is it difficult to cure it? What are the symptoms? What tests should be done to check if we are infected?

Steptococccus agalactiae bacteria are bacteria that are part of the natural human microflora, which inhabit the digestive system and the genitourinary tract. It is estimated that every 3 adult is a carrier of this bacterium. The carrier itself does not have to be dangerous to our health, until the multiplication of bacteria occurs, we do not observe any symptoms in ourselves. Symptoms of a genitourinary infection are: pain and burning when urinating, cystitis, lower abdominal pain, vaginal discharge, painful erection and even the presence of blood in the stool. Streptococccus agalactiae bacteria are very dangerous for pregnant women. If you are expecting a child, contact your doctor who will prescribe the appropriate treatment. The partner can perform a culture test from the urethra to detect bacteria, the absence of symptoms may indicate the development of a carrier of bacteria. Streptococccus agalactiae is easy to treat. It usually involves the administration of an antibiotic for 7-10 days.