Microbiology
A gram-positive, α-hemolytic, catalase-negative, facultative anaerobic cocci. F. hominis, F. ignava, F. sourekii, and F. tabaciasalis.
Epidemiologic Risks
Part of the GI tract.
Syndromes
Bacteremia with endocarditis, necrotizing gangrene, chorioamnionitis, and central nervous system disease (PubMed).
Treatment
Often beta-lactam resistant. Sensitivity depends on the species (PubMed).
Notes
Last update: 05/05/18