Toxic Shock

GPTKB entity

Statements (51)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:disease
gptkbp:affects both genders
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Streptococcus_pyogenes
gptkb:Staphylococcus_aureus
gptkbp:can_lead_to gptkb:death
organ failure
gptkbp:case_analysis documented in medical literature
linked to specific products
reported in various demographics
gptkbp:caused_by bacterial toxins
gptkbp:community_health post-surgical care
menstrual products
gptkbp:condition sepsis
necrotizing fasciitis
gptkbp:death high without treatment
lower with prompt treatment
gptkbp:diagnosis blood tests
clinical evaluation
cultures
gptkbp:historical_significance increased awareness of menstrual health
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Toxic Shock
gptkbp:is_recognized_as gptkb:1978
gptkbp:media_coverage influential in public perception
gptkbp:occurs_in rare
gptkbp:outcome recovery possible with treatment
gptkbp:prevention avoidance of superabsorbent tampons
proper hygiene
gptkbp:provides_guidance_on developed for management
emphasize patient education
recommend early intervention
gptkbp:public_awareness gptkb:educational_materials
community outreach
health organizations
increased since 1980s
gptkbp:research_focus immune response
bacterial pathogenesis
toxin production
gptkbp:risk_factor skin infections
surgical wounds
tampon use
gptkbp:symptoms varies
low blood pressure
confusion
rash
high fever
can be severe
gptkbp:treatment gptkb:surgery
antibiotics
intravenous fluids
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Toxic_Attraction
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5