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toxic shock

/ˈtɒksɪk ʃɒk/

Tradução: Condição médica rara e grave causada pela liberação de toxinas bacterianas na corrente sanguínea, frequentemente associada ao uso de tampões ou a infecções de feridas.

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/ˈtɒksɪk ʃɒk/C1formalmedical
  • ptCondição médica rara e grave causada pela liberação de toxinas bacterianas na corrente sanguínea, frequentemente associada ao uso de tampões ou a infecções de feridas.

A rare but serious medical condition caused by bacterial toxins entering the bloodstream, often associated with tampon use or wound infections.

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    A rare but serious medical condition caused by bacterial toxins, often associated with tampon use or wound infections.

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    • Toxic shock syndrome requires immediate medical attention.
    • Doctors warned about the risk of toxic shock from prolonged tampon use.
    • The patient was diagnosed with toxic shock after a surgical wound infection.