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Bookmark or Share- Toxic Shock Syndrome - StatPearls - NCBI BookshelfToxic shock syndrome (TSS) is an acute-onset illness characterized by fever, hypotension, sunburn-like rash, and end-organ damage. TSS was classically associated with high absorbency tampon use in menstruating women until eventually, these were taken off the market.
- Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment - Cleveland ClinicToxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a rare but serious condition caused by certain strains of bacteria. It's often associated with tampon use but can affect anyone. It causes toxins to spread into the bloodstream, causing severe organ damage or death. Knowing the signs of TSS and seeking prompt treatment results in the best outcomes.
- Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) - Basics & Causes - WebMDToxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a sudden, potentially deadly condition caused when an overgrowth of bacteria releases toxins into your bloodstream. Tampons can cause...
- Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) - Infectious Diseases - Merck Manual ...Key Points. Toxic shock syndrome is caused by staphylococcal or streptococcal exotoxins. Manifestations include high fever, hypotension, diffuse erythematous rash, and multiple organ dysfunction, which may rapidly progress to severe and intractable shock. Diagnosis is made clinically and by isolating the organism.
- Toxic shock syndrome - Symptoms & causes - Mayo ClinicToxic shock syndrome is a rare, life-threatening complication of certain types of bacterial infections. Often toxic shock syndrome results from toxins produced by Staphylococcus aureus (staph) bacteria, but the condition may also be caused by toxins produced by group A streptococcus (strep) bacteria. Toxic shock syndrome can affect anyone ...
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