CONCLUSION
Streptococcus dysgalactiae , a Group C Streptococcus is an
important human pathogen that can manifest in a variety of diseases such
as cellulitis, meningitis, bacteremia, and endocarditis. Current
literature shows an increased likelihood of Strep dysgalactiaebacteremia in immunocompromised patients with comorbidities. There are
numerous case presentations on Strep dysgalactiae , but they are
insufficient in regard to cutaneous manifestations of this gram-positive
bacteria. Our case describes a rare presentation as the patient was a
healthy female without underlying health issues. This case details the
presentation and clinical course of sepsis secondary toStreptococcus dysgalactiae bacteremia associated with diffuse
myalgias and cutaneous manifestations. The patient’s diffusely tender,
non-pruritic macular exanthem contrasts prior accounts in which pruritic
lesions were associated with GCS bacteremia. The dissipation of the
patient’s rash and other symptoms with antibiotic treatment identifiesStrep dysgalactiae as a likely etiology and supports that
variable cutaneous manifestations can occur.