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Can animals such as cats carry streptococcus pneumoniae and give it to a human causing bacteremia?
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It's normal flora: I usually carry it in my own throat when I've checked it. When it makes is sick, it's somehow gotten out of control. Nobody really understands how it happens, but don't worry about "catching" it. Best wishes.
Answered 12/30/2015
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