 Bacterial exotoxins first produce erythema (redness of the skin) and then severe peeling of the skin, as might occur after scalding

Virulence Factors of Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome 

Is the pathogen that causes the superficial infection of Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS)

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This is another superficial infection  that is most commonly seen in young children, especially infants. SSSS is diagnosed by examining characteristics of the skin (which may rub off easily), using blood tests to check for elevated white blood cell counts, culturing, and other methods. Intravenous antibiotics and fluid therapy are used as treatment.

Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS)

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Erythema and severe peeling of the skin. 

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