TOXIC SHOCK SYNDROME Toxic shock syndrome is caused by toxins produced by bacteria.+++++ Only certain rare strains of specific bacteria produce these poisons. As the bacterial toxins are released into the bloodstream, they begin to overstimulate the immune system in the body. This, in turn, causes the severe symptoms of toxic shock syndrome. #In the most common form of toxic shock syndrome, the bacteria live in the vagina of women who are infected, and the bacterial grows is with the presence of a tampon. But these toxins can be produced from bacteria in other locations in the body as well. Sometimes, the location of the infection is not clear. +++Staphylococcal toxic shock syndrome: Most cases of toxic shock syndrome are caused by a bacterium called Staphylococcus aureus. ++++++The most well-known form of staphylococcal toxic shock syndrome is associated with menstruating women using tampons. However, men, children, and nonmenstruating women can develop toxic shock syndrome as well. ++++++++In fact, one-third of all cases of toxic shock syndrome happens in men. Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome:::::::::::Some cases of toxic shock syndrome are caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, the same bacterium that causes strep throat. S. pyogenes often comes from a skin infection and causes a more serious form of toxic shock syndrome than S. aureus. #Possible sources of infection Vagina (superabsorbent tampon use) Nose (nasal packing) Surgical wound Childbirth Any skin wound +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++++++++++ #Treatment 1. Seek Medical Help Immediately Go to a hospital or see a doctor for these symptoms, especially if the person has been using tampons, a diaphragm, or contraceptive sponge or has a skin wound or infection: High fever that suddenly came on Feeling faint Headache Muscle aches Nausea/Vomiting Diarrhea Blotchy Rash Sudden drop in blood pressure 2. Follow Up The doctor will do an exam and blood tests. If toxic shock syndrome is diagnosed, the person will likely be hospitalized and treated with antibiotics.... +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++++++++++ #Even though the most popular form is found in women who are using tampons, it is NOT just a female thing.....men, children can also develop Toxic Shock Syndrome.... #It is acute(meaning...it happens very fast) it can cause multiple organ failures.....it is fatal if not treated fast.......
Posted on: Sat, 17 Aug 2013 09:39:05 +0000
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