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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.

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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.


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.


Which bacteria produces an exotoxin causing toxic shock syndrome?

Staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus pyogenes


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.


Is toxic shock syndrome the same as sepsis?

toxic shock syndrome is in your vagina, it happens when new bacteria or yeast are introduced and then rapidly reproduce within the vagina. The vagina can't fight the bacteria (using acidity). sepsis is when your intestines rupture and leak into your body. obviously TSK is cooler.


Which type of bacteria often infects wounds and causes toxic shock syndrome and food poisoning?

Staphylococcus aureus


What are the symptoms of toxic shock syndrome and what are its complications if it is left untreated?

Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS) can cause the following: kidney failure, heart failure and liver failure. You should see a doctor immediately if you experience this.


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.


Can Staphylococcus aureus cause toxic shock syndrome?

staph aureus is the causative bacterium of TSS.


How is toxic shock syndrome transmitted?

Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) isn't something that is transmitted, it is a bacterial infection. Certain bacteria multiple within the body or around wounds, these bacteria produce toxins that enter the victims system and if they lack immunity to toxins this leads to the immune system being overwhelmed.


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.


Can toxic shock syndrome delay your periods?

toxic shock syndrome is quite rare. if you have a very high fever and severe flu like symptoms see a doctor fast, but it's far likelier that pregnancy or stress is the cause.