Causes of Toxic Shock Syndrome

List of causes of Toxic Shock Syndrome

Following is a list of causes or underlying conditions (see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Toxic Shock Syndrome) that could possibly cause Toxic Shock Syndrome includes:

• Tampon adverse reaction (type of Adverse reaction)
• Staphylococcus aureus - the "golden staph" bacteria
• Childbirth
• Diaphragm left in vagina
• Wound infection

Causes of Toxic Shock Syndrome (Diseases Database):

The follow list shows some of the possible medical causes of Toxic Shock Syndrome that are listed by the Diseases Database:

• Staphylococcus aureus

Toxic Shock Syndrome as a complication of other conditions:

Other conditions that might have Toxic Shock Syndrome as a complication may, potentially, be an underlying cause of Toxic Shock Syndrome. Our database lists the following as having Toxic Shock Syndrome as a complication of that condition:

• Acute Tracheitis
• Staphylococcal infection

What causes Toxic Shock Syndrome?

Causes: Toxic Shock Syndrome:

Toxic Shock Syndrome: DBMD (Excerpt)

Staphylococcus aureus , a bacterium. (Source: excerpt from Toxic Shock Syndrome: DBMD)

Toxic Shock Syndrome: DBMD (Excerpt)

TSS has been associated with use of tampons and intravaginal contraceptive devices in women and occurs as a complication of skin abscesses or surgery. (Source: excerpt from Toxic Shock Syndrome: DBMD)

Medical news summaries relating to Toxic Shock Syndrome:

The following medical news items are relevant to causes of Toxic Shock Syndrome:

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Related information on causes of Toxic Shock Syndrome:

As with all medical conditions, there may be many causal factors. Further relevant information on causes of Toxic Shock Syndrome may be found in:

• Risk factors for Toxic Shock Syndrome
• Hidden causes of Toxic Shock Syndrome

Causes of Toxic Shock Syndrome: Online Medical Books

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Toxic shock syndrome: Causes
(Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))

Theoretically, tampons may contribute to development of TSS by introducing S. aureus into the vagina during insertion (insertion with fingers instead of the supplied applicator increases the risk) or traumatizing the vaginal mucosa during insertion, thus leading to infection.

When TSS isn’t related to menstruation, it appears to be linked to S. aureus infections, such as abscesses, osteomyelitis, and postsurgical infections. It's also associated with prior antibiotic use.

Risk factors include recent use of barrier contraceptives (diaphragms or vaginal sponges), childbirth, and surgery.

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Source: Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition), 2005

Toxic shock syndrome: Causes
(Handbook of Diseases)

Although tampons are clearly implicated in TSS, their exact role is uncertain. Theoretically, tampons may contribute to development of TSS by:

❑ introducing S. aureus into the vagina during insertion

❑ absorbing toxin from the vagina

❑ traumatizing the vaginal mucosa during insertion, thus leading to infection

❑ providing a favorable environment for the growth of S. aureus.

When TSS isn’t related to menstruation, it seems to be linked to S. aureus infections, such as abscesses, osteomyelitis, and postsurgical infections.

gender influence  Menstruating women who use tampons and women using barrier contraceptive devices, such as dia-phragms and sponges, are at risk for developing TSS. Women who have recently experienced childbirth are also at risk, as are individuals who have recently had surgery.

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Source: Handbook of Diseases, 2003

Toxic Shock Syndrome: Toxic Shock Syndrome - risk factors
(The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult)

• Use of superabsorbent tampon, diaphragm, or contraceptive sponge; local or invasive staphylococcal or streptococcal infection: Including but not limited to bacteremia, endocarditis, pyogenic arthritis, sinusitis, osteomyelitis, pneumonia, pharyngitis, pancreatitis, cholecystitis, abscess, cervical adenitis
• Superficial and surgical wounds, childbirth, abortion, varicella infections, immunosuppressive (including corticosteroids and NSAIDs) or immunomodulatory therapy

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Source: The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult, 2008