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TSS

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TSS
abbr.
toxic shock syndrome

TSS,
abbreviation for toxic shock syndrome.

TSS


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Scientists have been puzzled as to why a person can died within hours when his/her body is directly exposed to the TSS toxins, while individuals may carry toxin-producing staph and not get sick or die.
First named in 1978, TSS has been associated with tampon use, intravaginal contraceptive devices, and skin infections, particularly after surgical procedures (1,2).
The ASM Thermal Spray Society (TSS) Materials Park, OH, has announced that its Board of Directors has approved the creation of the TSS Student Board Member Program.
 
 
 
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