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An outbreak of a rare flash-eating bacteria in Japan It is spreading rapidly, causing panic in the country. This bacteria causes Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS), which can cause a life-threatening condition for the patient in a very short time.
According to experts, the patient can die within 48 hours of getting infected with this disease. By June 2024, 977 cases of STSS have been reported in Japan this year, which is much more than the 941 cases last year. This concern also increases because Japan's According to the National Institute of Infectious Diseases, If the cases continue to increase at this pace, then this year 2500 cases of STSS can be reported in the country. At the same time, there is a risk of mortality rate from this disease reaching 30%.
Cases rise after easing of Covid restrictions?
Some experts believe that STSS cases are on the rise since restrictions imposed during the COVID-19 pandemic have been eased in Japan. However, there is no concrete evidence of this yet.
what are the symptoms?
The initial symptoms of STSS can be flu-like, including fever, muscle aches, and a sore throat. But symptoms can then rapidly become more severe, including high fever, a drop in blood pressure, redness of the skin, and the appearance of dead tissue.
How to protect yourself?
Not much is known about this bacteria yet. But washing hands regularly and keeping any kind of wound clean can prove to be very effective in preventing it. Apart from this, contact the doctor immediately if you see symptoms of infection.