Pneumococcal infections
Pneumococcal disease is the name for a group of infections caused by a germ called pneumococcus. These infections can be mild, like sinus or ear infections, but some are very serious and can lead to:
- Pneumonia – an infection in your lungs
- Sepsis – a life-threatening reaction to an infection that can harm your whole body
- Meningitis – swelling around your brain and spinal cord which can cause long-term health problems or death
How does pneumococcal disease spread?
The germs that cause pneumococcal infection spread easily through coughs and sneezes, or through close contact with spit or mucus.
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