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Toxic Shock Syndrome
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the disease?
A woman can lower her risk for TSS by taking these steps:
Changes in the design of tampons have occurred because of concern over toxic shock syndrome. Changing tampons frequently should nearly eliminate the risk of tampon-related toxic shock syndrome.
What are the long-term effects of the disease?
If severe shock has occurred and led to kidney, liver, lung, or heart damage, long-term consequences may require treatment or cause permanent disability. The three major causes of death related to severe TSS are as follows:
What are the risks to others?
Toxic shock syndrome is not contagious and poses no risk to others.