Wave of deadly streptococcal toxic shock syndrome: Precautions and preventive measures

Whole world is revived from the lethal Covid 19 setback but again facing the threat of novel health hazards of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS), a fatal infectious disease exploding in Japan and chances of transmitting in other geographical locations also. STSS is a kind of rare disease which is caused by a rare “flesh-eating bacteria” and can infect people so strongly that it kills within two days.

Individuals grip under STSS disease when a group of streptococcus bacteria infect the body. Streptococcus bacteria incubate through human contact and airborne droplets. Infected patients do not exhibit symptoms at the initial stage. These bacteria penetrate deep tissues and the bloodstream, discharging contaminants to spread at dangerous speed in the human body.

Patients who are infected with STSS exhibit symptoms of fever, chills, muscle aches, nausea and vomiting. After catching an infection, the patient suddenly deteriorates. There are chances of low blood pressure, organ failure, rapid heart rate and heavy breathing in patients of STSS. Elderly people above 50 years are more vulnerable to STSS disease.

Government and health authorities must focus preventive measures to protect the people from this deadly infectious disease. Individuals must adopt good hygiene practices such as washing hands regularly and using masks in public places and while coughing and sneezing to prevent transmission to others.  There is an advisory for people to report health authorities or seek doctor’s advice when they display any sign of STSS. Such initiatives from people will definitely curb the infection in society.

Treatment options for STSS are prescribing strong antibiotics through an IV to inhibit the impact of the bacteria. Patients are also given fluids to maintain their heart and liver parameters. Such as maintaining their blood pressure and smooth functioning of liver, heart and other important organs.

 Bottomline:

People are challenged with another lethal bacterial infection due to the eruption of Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome disease. STSS speedily converts to deadly illness. Health hygiene and awareness campaigns can prevent the spreading of STSS to other regions. 

Important note: Above article is based on environmental input and displays personal opinion of the writer. Readers may contact health adviser for detailed information. Any resemblance is just a coincidence. Writer is not responsible for any disagreement.

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