Severe Septic Shock Caused by Streptococcus gallolyticus subsp. pasteurianus in an Immunocompetent Infant: Clinical and Diagnostic Implications

infections are typically considered to follow a mild clinical course in infants, this case highlights the potential for aggressive progression even in the absence of comorbidities. Evidence points that infants without apparent perinatal insults or immune dysfunction are susceptible. Therefore, clinical awareness is crucial for early diagnosis and prompt treatment.