Introduction
Scarlet fever is an infection caused by certain bacteria called streptococci. The infection usually leads to symptoms such as fever and sore throat, as well as swelling and redness of the tonsils. The tongue can also appear red after some time, this symptom is called raspberry tongue (scarlet tongue).
After a few days a rash also appears, which characteristically leaves the mouth out. Dangerous complications of scarlet fever occur when the pathogen can settle in the entire body. General information on the topic: Scarlet fever
These complications can occur with scarlet fever
Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome Rheumatic Fever Rheumatic Endocarditis Post-Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis Tourette’s Syndrome PANDAS Chorea minor Also interesting: Scarlet fever rash
- Streptococcus toxic shock syndrome
- Rheumatic fever Rheumatic endocarditis
- Rheumatoid endocarditis
- Poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis
- Tourette’s syndrome
- PANDAS
- Chorea minor
- Rheumatoid endocarditis
Streptococcus toxic shock syndrome
Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome, or STSS for short, is an infection with the bacteria streptococci that has spread throughout the body. The most common source of infection is tampons, which become infected when streptococci are inserted. The bacteria can multiply quickly in the warm and humid environment.
In addition, they are absorbed into the bloodstream via the vaginal mucosa and thus spread throughout the body. Due to the route of infection, mostly women are affected by STSS, but men can also become infected with streptococci. This occurs, for example, via wound infections.
Symptoms of STSS include fever, skin rash and a state of shock to the cardiovascular system, which is defined by low blood pressure and a high pulse rate. Flu-like symptoms can also occur. The streptococcal infection can also damage the liver and kidneys.
In addition, the consciousness becomes cloudy when the streptococci have also reached the brain. The result is the failure of many organs, which can even be fatal. The therapy of the Streptococcus Toxic Shock Syndrome consists of an antibiotic administration, which is usually administered via a vein access.
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