Newborn Concerns: 10 Symptoms of Group B Strep Infection in Babies Kids' Health

Babies up to a few months old can develop a severe infection from exposure to Group B Strep (GBS). Symptoms of Group B Strep in newborns include: 

• inconsolable crying

• grunting as if constipated

• projectile vomiting

• poor feeding

• decreased wet diapers

• fever

• difficulty breathing

• uncontrollable jerking

• bulging spot on top of the head

• lethargy or difficulty waking your baby from sleep 

Call your doctor if your child has any of these signs!

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