What is staphylococcal syndrome?

Also known as: staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS), scalded skin syndrome (SSS).

Staphylococcal syndrome is a skin condition also known as scalded skin syndrome. It’s due to toxins released by the Staphylococcus bacteria.


Reviewed by: Otto M Ramos, MD

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