What is toxic shock syndrome?
Toxic 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. Risk factors for toxic shock syndrome include skin wounds, surgery, and the use of tampons and other devices.
Symptoms
Possible signs and symptoms of toxic shock syndrome include:
- A sudden high fever
- Low blood pressure
- Vomiting or diarrhea
- A rash resembling a sunburn, particularly on your palms and soles
- Confusion
- Muscle aches
- Redness of your eyes, mouth and throat
- Seizures
- Headaches
Call your doctor immediately if you have signs or symptoms of toxic shock syndrome.
Treatment
Be treated with antibiotics while doctors seek the infection source.
Receive medication to stabilize your blood pressure if it's low and fluids to treat dehydration.
Receive supportive care to treat other signs and symptoms.
Surgery may be necessary to remove nonliving tissue from the site of infection or to drain the infection.
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/toxic-shock-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20355384
