Toxic Shock Syndrome Learning Center
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Toxic shock syndrome is a severe disease that involves fever, shock, and problems with the function of several body organs. |
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Symptoms
High fever, sometimes accompanied by chills; Malaise (discomfort, ill feeling; Nausea; Vomiting; Diarrhea; Widespread...
Causes
Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is caused by a toxin produced by certain types of Staphylococcus bacteria. (A similar synd...
Tests
There is no one diagnostic test for TSS. The diagnosis of toxic shock syndrome is based on several criteria: fever, l...
Treatments
Any foreign materials, such as tampons, vaginal sponges, or nasal packing, will be removed. Sites of infection (such ...
Prevention
Menstrual TSS can be prevented by avoiding the use of highly absorbent tampons. Risk can also be reduced by using les...
Doctor Specialties
TSS is a medical emergency. You must seek immediate attention if you develop fever or rash, particularly during menst...
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