Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome.
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2002-10-27
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Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS) is a disease primarily of young children, characterized by exfoliative dermatitis caused by exfoliative toxin producing Staphylococcus aureus. We had three cases of SSSS with varied dermatological manifestations-diffuse/scarlitiniform erythema, generalized exfoliation, sand paper skin texture, flaccid bullae, erosions, seborrheic dermatitis like scaling and cracking in skin creases which can be confused with other skin conditions. Hence, a high index of suspicion, early diagnosis and prompt treatment is imperative.
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Satyapal S, Mehta J, Dhurat R, Jerajani H, Vaidya M. Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome. Indian Journal of Pediatrics. 2002 Oct; 69(10): 899-901