It’s rare.įortunately, Toxic Shock Syndrome is rare. Some other ways people develop TSS include insect bites, skin infections, or surgery. Even men and children can get TSS, and only about half of TSS infections are related to menstruation. You can get it while using pads or menstrual cups, or no period protection at all. However, tampons aren’t required for TSS. In the 1980s, TSS became more well-known because it was associated with highly absorbent tampons (those highly absorbent tampons were quickly taken off the market). Toxic Shock Syndrome is caused by bacteria, not tampons, specifically Staphylococcus aureus. Toxic Shock Syndrome is not caused by tampons. The toxin enters the blood stream and can rapidly cause a severe illness that affects the entire body (shock).
However, under certain circumstances, especially when the body has not developed immunity to this strain of bacteria, it can grow out of control and release a toxin, which is like a poison. Interestingly, these bacteria are commonly found on the skin, in the nose, armpits, and vagina without causing any problems.
Toxic Shock Syndrome, also known as TSS, is a rare, but serious infection that is caused by a specific strain of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria.
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