Who gets toxic shock syndrome?
Toxic shock syndrome occurs in some people who have Staphylococcus aureus infections. While almost anyone could develop toxic shock syndrome, women who fit into the following scenarios are at the highest risk of developing the disease: those who use vaginal tampons, contraceptive diaphragms or vaginal contraceptive sponges, and women who have recently given birth or had an abortion. Men and women who have an infection with S. aureus are also known to be at risk for developing toxic shock syndrome. How is toxic shock syndrome spread? Toxic shock syndrome is not spread from one person to another. What are the symptoms of toxic shock syndrome?
