toxic shock syndrome
Glossaries
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toxic shock syndrome | Glossaries - Disabilities Glossaries Description - An A to Z glossary of disabilities A life-threatening bacterial infection caused by Streptococcus bacteria which can live in the nose or mouth and on the skin. The bacteria can attack the skin and vital organ functions if it sreaches the bloodstream where it releases poisonous toxins. Hits - 389 |