Most common injury for streptococcus pneumoniae?

The most common injury associated with Streptococcus pneumoniae is pneumonia, which can lead to acute respiratory illness characterized by symptoms such as cough, fever, and difficulty breathing. This bacterium is also a significant cause of other infections, including meningitis and otitis media (middle ear infections). In severe cases, pneumonia can result in complications like empyema or sepsis. Vaccination can help reduce the incidence of these infections.