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What is staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome?
Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS) is a disease, caused by a type of bacteria, in which large sheets of skin may peel away
What patient population is most susceptible to ssss?
SSSS= staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome most susceptible- infants
Could group b strep cause scalded skin syndrome?
yes
What are the signs and complications of MRSA?
MRSA can cause skin infections like boils, carbuncles. Hair infections like folliculitis, lung infections like pneumonia. Patients present with high fever, malaise, red colored streaks on skin etc. Untreated infections can lead Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome, necrotising folliculitis etc.
What causes scalded skin syndrome?
most common in newborns and other children under the age of five, scalded skin syndrome originates with a localized skin infection. A mild fever and/or an increase in the number of infection-fighting white blood cells may occur.
What diseases are caused by S. aureus?
(folliculitis ) are the most common. Toxic shock (TSS) and scalded skin syndrome (SSSS) are among the most serious. S. aureus can also cause: arthritis.(bacteremia ).(carbuncles).(cellulitis).(endocarditis ).(meningitis ).(osteomyelitis).
How can you tell if the milk is scalded without using a thermometer?
It has a skin like cover over the milk itself.
What is a barber itch?
A barber's itch is any of a number of rashes or skin eruptions in the moustache or beard, caused by fungal or staphylococcal infections or irritation from shaving.
Scalded skin syndrome?
DefinitionScalded skin syndrome is a skin infection in which the skin becomes damaged and sheds.Alternative NamesRitter disease; Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSS)Causes, incidence, and risk factorsScalded skin syndrome is caused by infection with certain strains of bacteria in the Staphylococcus family. During the infection, the staphylococci produce a poison that causes the skin damage. The damage creates blisters as if the skin were scalded.Scalded skin syndrome is found most commonly in infants and children under the age of 5.SymptomsBlistersFeverLarge areas of skin peel or fall away (exfoliation or desquamation)Painful skinRedness of the skin (erythema), which spreads to cover most of the bodySkin slips off with gentle pressure, leaving wet red areas (Nikolsky's sign)Signs and testsPositive Nikolsky's sign (skin slipping off when rubbed)Tests include:Complete blood count (CBC)Cultures of the skin and throatElectrolytetestSkin biopsy(done only in rare cases, such as when the skin condition may be due to a drug reaction known as toxic epidermal necrolysis or TEN)TreatmentIntravenousantibiotics for staphylococcus are given to help fight the infection. Because much fluid is lost through the open skin, it's important to get intravenous fluid to prevent dehydration.Moist compresses to the skin may improve comfort. You can apply an emollient to keep the skin moist. Healing begins about 10 days after treatment.Expectations (prognosis)The prognosis is usually excellent. A full recovery is expected.ComplicationsFluid regulation problems causing dehydration or electrolyte imbalancePoor temperature control (in young infants)Severe bloodstream infection (septicemia)Spread to deeper skin infection (cellulitis)Calling your health care providerCall your health care provider or go to the emergency room if you have symptoms of this disorder.PreventionThe disorder may not be preventable. Treating any staphylococcus infection quickly can help.ReferencesKorman NJ. Macular, papular, vesiculobullous, and pustular diseases. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 465.
Which bacteria cause toxic shock syndrome?
Yes, bacteria does cause Toxic Shock Syndrome by producing toxins that can overwhelm the immune system. Specifically the bacteria responsible for TSS are staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus pyogenes.
What is furunculos?
Furúnculos are boils. It's a skin abscess = furuncle, normally caused by staphylococcal, but could be also an inflammation of hair follicles or a sebaceous gland.
What is Schonlein-Henoch syndrome?
skin purpura
