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What
is Scalded Skin Syndrome? Scalded skin syndrome is also called Ritter disease, and Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSS) What
Causes Scalded Skin Syndrome? Symptoms of Scalded Skin Syndrome The most common symptoms of scalded skin syndrome are:
Call your health care provider or go to the emergency room if you believe you may have scalded skin syndrome. Immediate medical attention is needed. Can Scalded Skin Syndrome be Treated? Yes. The most common treatments are: antibiotics, medicine to reduce fever. If a significant amount of fluid is lost through the open skin, intravenous fluid is needed. The intravenous fluid will help prevent dehydration. Moist, cold compresses may also be used to provide pain relieve to the skin. An emollient may be applied to the skin to keep it moist. Complications of Scalded Skin Syndrome In severe cases, the severe bloodstream infection and electrolyte imbalance may occur. Other complications include:
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