📋Overview
Scalded Skin Syndrome is a serious skin condition caused by infection with certain strains of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria that produce exfoliative toxins. It is also known as Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS). The condition primarily affects the superficial layers of the skin, leading to widespread redness, blistering, and peeling that resembles a scald or burn injury.
Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0038165ICD-10-CM
L00
MeSH
D013206
SNOMED CT (US)
200946001
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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