Why Doesn't Injection of Streptokinase Cause a Streptococcal Infection?

Author Dominic Townsend

Posted Jul 29, 2022

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Injection of streptokinase does not cause a streptococcal infection for a few different reasons. First, streptokinase is not a live bacteria, so it cannot replicate and cause an infection. Second, streptokinase is injected directly into the bloodstream, so it bypasses the normal route of infection, which is through the mucous membranes. Finally, streptokinase is quickly cleared from the body by the immune system, so it does not have a chance to cause an infection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why doesn't streptokinase cause disease?

Streptokinase is an enzyme and not a virus or infection, so it won't cause disease. enzymes are specific, meaning they only eat certain things and aren't able to eat everything. This is why streptokinase isn't capable of invading the host and causing disease.

What is streptokinase used for in atherosclerosis?

Streptokinase is used to digest fibrin (blood clots) in patients with atherosclerosis.

When should streptokinase be administered?

Streptokinase should always be administered promptly whenever there is suspicion or confirmed evidence of a myocardial infarction.

Does streptokinase break down blood clots?

The enzyme streptokinase actually indirectly breaks down blood clots via the activation of another enzyme known as plasminogen which ultimately cleaves into plasmin which is the "action taker" in breaking down clots.

What are the side effects of streptokinase?

The side effects of streptokinase can include nausea, bleeding, low blood pressure, and allergic reactions. A second use in a person's lifetime is not recommended. While no harm has been found with use in pregnancy, it has not been well studied in this group.

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