Description

A little-known deadly disease called toxic shock syndrome quickly became a top news story when scientists discovered its prevalence in some women who used a particular type of tampon during menstruation. Today, the disease continues to emerge under new circumstances. Toxic Shock Syndrome, Second Edition investigates the causes and history of toxic shock syndrome and discusses the severity of septic diseases. This revised edition features new illustrations and contains up-to-date statistics and research on toxic shock syndrome.

Chapters include:

Toxic Shock Syndrome: A "New" Disease

Septic Disease and Body Defenses

Staphylococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome

Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome

Epidemiology of Toxic Shock Syndrome

Diagnosis and Treatment

Toxic Shock and Feminine Hygiene.