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It's very rare to get Toxic shock syndrome, but you increase your likelihood of getting it by leaving in your tampons for over 8 hours. Just make sure you're taking them out every 8 hours and you shouldn't have a problem.
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Who is most likely to get toxic shock syndrome?
Women using super-absorbent tampons during menstruation were found to be most likely to get toxic shock syndrome.
What is the scientific name for Toxic Shock Syndrome?
The scientific name for Toxic Shock Syndrome is "Staphylococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome" or "Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome" depending on the bacterium that causes it.
Does toxic shock syndrome still goes on in other countries?
Toxic Shock Syndrome occurs globally.Toxic Shock Syndrome is not restricted to only certain countries.
What is the abbreviation of toxic shock syndrome?
The abbreviation for Toxic Shock Syndrome is TSS. Abbreviation means a shortened form of a word or a phrase, often using the first letters of the words in the phrase; Toxic Shock Syndrome: TSS.
Do you always have a fever with toxic shock syndrome?
Yes, you will always have a fever with toxic shock syndrome. You will also have low blood pressure.
Why has the incidence of toxic shock syndrome declined?
Toxic shock syndrome most often occurs in menstruating women using highly absorbent tampons. The incidence of toxic shock syndrome has declined markedly since this type of tampon was withdrawn from the market.
Which organism causes toxic shock syndrome?
Toxic shock syndrome is commonly caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus. This bacterium produces toxins that can lead to the symptoms associated with toxic shock syndrome when it infects certain areas of the body, such as wounds or tampons.
What infection can you from using a tampon?
You can get toxic shock syndrome.
Toxic shock syndrome has been associated with the use of?
Tampons
Who often got TSS?
Women using super-absorbent tampons during menstruation were found to be most likely to get toxic shock syndrome.
Is toxic shock syndrome a bacterial infection?
Yes, Toxic Shock syndrome (TSS) is a bacterial infection where certain bacteria release toxins into the body. The bacteria responsible are staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus pyogenes.
How do you diagnose toxic shock syndrome?
Toxic shock syndrome is diagnosed based on the symptoms a person is showing. Some of these symptoms include fever, systolic blood pressure, vomiting, renal failure, and hepatic inflammation.
