Mystery in Japan as dangerous streptococcal infections soar to record levels with 30% fatality rate
Strep infections are a nightmare that I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy. The lingering pain, the difficulty in eating, the sheer discomfort it brings, it’s a horror to deal with. But what happens when strep infections take a turn for the worse, potentially leading to necrotizing fasciitis and streptococcal toxic shock syndrome with a 30% fatality rate? The thought alone is bone-chilling.
The recent surge in severe streptococcal infections in Japan, possibly tied to the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, is a stark reminder of how fragile our health can be. The downgrading of Covid-19’s status to a legal par with seasonal flu may have inadvertently led to a relaxation in preventive measures, contributing to the rise in streptococcal infections.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker