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Bookmark or Share- Toxic shock syndrome - Symptoms & causes - Mayo ClinicToxic shock syndrome is a rare, life-threatening complication of certain types of bacterial infections. Often toxic shock syndrome results from toxins produced by Staphylococcus aureus (staph) bacteria, but the condition may also be caused by toxins produced by group A streptococcus (strep) bacteria.
- Meningitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicStreptococcus pneumoniae. This germ is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis in infants, young children and adults in the United States. It more often causes pneumonia or ear or sinus infections.
- Group B strep disease - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo ClinicAntibiotics are effective treatment for group B strep infection in adults. The choice of antibiotic depends on the location and extent of the infection and your specific circumstances.
- Strep throat - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo ClinicIn most cases, antibiotics will quickly wipe out the bacteria causing the infection. In the meantime, try these tips to relieve symptoms of strep throat: Get plenty of rest. Sleep helps your body fight infection. If you have strep throat, stay home from work if you can.
- Cellulitis - Symptoms & causes - Mayo ClinicCellulitis is caused when bacteria, most commonly streptococcus and staphylococcus, enter through a crack or break in the skin. The incidence of a more serious staphylococcus infection called methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is increasing.
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