Is Toxic Shock Syndrome Sneaking Up on You? The Shocking Signs You Can’t Ignore (And How to Stay Safe)
The onset of TSS symptoms would be sudden, and it usually happens within days of the bacteria entering your bloodstream. The best way to protect yourself is to look for TSS symptoms, document them, and contact your doctor. Based on your symptoms, they’ll be able to recommend scheduling an appointment or seeking immediate medical attention.
The symptoms of toxic shock syndrome may look like other infections, with the most common symptoms being:
- Chills
- Confusion and disorientation
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Fever higher than 102° F
- Headache
- Low blood pressure
- Muscle aches and pains
- Nausea and vomiting
- Red, flat rash that covers most of your body
- Redness around eyes, mouth, throat and vagina
Different bacteria can cause different symptoms. While there is some overlap, the above symptoms are more commonly associated with TSS caused by the S. aureus bacteria. Streptococcal TSS can cause shock, bleeding problems and difficulty breathing. Clostridium sordellii usually doesn’t cause a fever. However, it can cause other flu-like symptoms, abdominal tenderness and swelling from fluid buildup. We’ll talk more below about the different types of bacteria.
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