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  • Title: Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome.
    Author: Satyapal S, Mehta J, Dhurat R, Jerajani H, Vaidya M.
    Journal: Indian J Pediatr; 2002 Oct; 69(10):899-901. PubMed ID: 12450302.
    Abstract:
    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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