streptococcal

/ˌstrɛptəˈkɑkəl/
adjective
  1. Relating to or caused by streptococcus bacteria.
    • The doctor diagnosed a streptococcal infection in her throat.
    • He was treated with antibiotics for a streptococcal skin infection.
    • Streptococcal bacteria can cause a range of illnesses from mild to severe.
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