Complications
Treatment with antibiotics does not alter the risk of developing this complication. Glomerulonephritis is rare in developed countries, but more common in developing countries. It is an inflammatory condition of the glomerulus, possibly caused by an autoimmune reaction mounted against Streptococcus antigens. Typically, urinalysis reveals proteinuria. Development of nephritic syndrome and subsequent chronic renal failure are possible outcomes.
This is more likely to occur in neonates with bullous impetigo or in immunocompromised patients. Usual features include: location on the lower leg; spreading warm plaque; associated pain, fever, chills. Sepsis can develop.
This is more likely to occur in neonates with bullous impetigo or in immunocompromised patients. It can occur from localised infection extension or haematogenous spread. In the former case, localised pain and tenderness may occur without fever; in the latter case, high fever and chills accompany the pain and tenderness. Staphylococcus aureus is implicated in the majority of cases of osteomyelitis.
This is more likely to occur in neonates with bullous impetigo or in immunocompromised patients. Staphylococcus aureus spreads readily via the bloodstream to infect distant sites. Hypotension, tachycardia, and altered mental status are common signs.
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