Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome in Infant/Neonate
Synopsis

In the newborn, presentation generally occurs between 3-7 days of life, with only one reported case of congenital SSSS. Symptoms occur acutely, with sudden onset of fever, irritability, cutaneous tenderness, and characteristic cutaneous eruption. Symptoms of SSSS can occur in conjunction with bullous impetigo. Full recovery occurs in most cases. Sepsis (with multisystemic involvement) and fluid and electrolyte abnormalities are possible.
Codes
L00 – Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome
SNOMEDCT:
200946001 – Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome
Look For
Subscription Required
Diagnostic Pearls
Subscription Required
Differential Diagnosis & Pitfalls
Subscription Required
Best Tests
Subscription Required
Management Pearls
Subscription Required
Therapy
Subscription Required
References
Subscription Required
Last Updated:06/14/2017