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Can a cracked tooth cause streptococcus pneumoniae to go into the bloodstream?

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Yes any port of: entry and depressed immune system will allow bacteria to enter the bloodstream and cause bacteremia or septicemia. Thanks for trusting in HealthTap.

Answered 4/26/2016

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