Pneumococcal peritonitis may occur as a complication in children with nephrosis. 對腎病兒童來說肺炎球菌腹膜炎可作為併發症出現。
People who are regularly taking steroid tablets should also talk to their doctor about having the pneumococcal vaccination. 經常服用類固醇藥物的應該諮詢醫生關於肺炎球菌疫苗的接種問題。