Toxic shock syndrome
Also called: TSS
A rare, life-threatening complication of certain bacterial infections.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
- Short-term: resolves within days to weeks
- Critical: needs emergency care
Risk factors include recent surgery, open wounds, and the use of superabsorbent tampons.
Very rare: Fewer than 20,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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