NAVIGATING STAPHYLOCOCCAL SCALDED SKIN SYNDROME FROM ETIOPATHOGENESIS TO MULTIDISCIPLINARY MANAGEMENT
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infection with Staphylococcus aureus, staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome, and staphylococcal toxic shock syndrome
Abstract
Background: Staphylococcus aureus produces epidermolytic toxins leading to Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS), characterized by blistering, erythematous cellulitis, and skin peeling. It primarily affects adults and some pediatric patients.
Methods: This review outlines the clinical foundation, etiopathogenesis, complications, treatments, and anticipated future developments of SSSS.
Results: SSSS is a toxin-mediated infection requiring wound care, antibiotic therapy, and supportive care to reduce mortality. A multidisciplinary approach involving dermatologists, infectious disease specialists, and surgeons is crucial due to its differential diagnoses, including toxic epidermal necrolysis, adverse drug reactions, and Steven Johnson syndrome.
Conclusion: Understanding SSSS's clinical aspects and management strategies is essential. Further research is needed to enhance treatment efficacy and patient outcomes.
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Tariq Rafique
Assistant Professor Dadabhoy Institute of Higher Education, Karachi, Pakistan
Muhammad Bilal Yusuf
Lecturer, Department of Medical Lab Technology, Ibadat International University Islamabad (IIUI), Pakistan
Ammar Ahmed
Assistant Professor/ HOD, Department of Medical Lab Technology, Ibadat International University Islamabad (IIUI), Pakistan
Madiha Iftikhar
Assistant Professor, Department of Diet and Nutritional Sciences, Ibadat International University Islamabad (IIUI), Pakistan
Dr. Med Jeyatheepan Jeyaretnam
Sp.MSc, Department of General Medicine, Instrumental Lymph Drainage Approaches,
International Medical and Scientific Coordinator, Switzerland
Aksa Alina Joy
Medical Student, Department of General Medicine, Mes Medical College, India