Staphylococcus Scalded Skin Syndrome in the newborn: A case review

IntroductionStaphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS) is an extensive desquamative erythmatous condition that usually affects infants and young children. It is caused by exfoliative toxins, ET-A and ET-B of Staphylococcus aureus. The disease generally responds quickly and effectively to antibiotic therapy.Case presentationA term infant, no problems at birth and was discharged home on day four of life, but was admitted to the neonatal unit on day 18 due to SSSS, which affected over 90% of his body.