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Do I Have TSS Quiz: Check Symptoms and Warning Signs

Quick, free toxic shock syndrome quiz. Instant guidance on next steps.

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Tyler DominickUpdated Aug 24, 2025
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Use this Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) quiz to check symptoms, note possible warning signs, and decide if you should seek care. It's quick and supportive, not a diagnosis. If your symptoms feel more like a fever or a virus, try our flu symptoms quiz or the do i have a fever quiz, or get a broader view with the am i sick quiz.

Right now, how would you describe your body temperature and chills, if any?
No fever and I feel normal
Mild warmth or low-grade fever without other strong symptoms
Sudden high fever started today or very recently
High fever with shaking chills and I feel quite unwell
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Have you noticed a new widespread rash that looks like sunburn or redness on your skin?
No rash or skin changes
Mild, localized irritation that seems explainable (e.g., known allergy)
New diffuse redness that concerns me
Widespread red rash with other symptoms (fever, vomiting, dizziness)
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In the past 24 hours, what best describes any nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea you have had?
No nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Mild stomach upset without other red flags
Repeated vomiting or diarrhea along with feeling feverish or unwell
Severe vomiting or diarrhea that started suddenly with other intense symptoms
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When you stand up or move around, how do you feel?
I feel steady and normal
A little lightheaded once or twice, but it passed quickly
Noticeable dizziness or faint feeling today, especially with other symptoms
Nearly fainted or actually fainted and still feel weak or woozy
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How would you describe any muscle aches or body pain right now?
No unusual aches
Mild, general soreness like after exercise
Sudden, significant aches with other symptoms (fever, nausea, rash)
Severe, worsening aches that make it hard to function
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How is your mental clarity today?
Clear-headed as usual
A bit foggy from poor sleep or stress, but otherwise fine
New confusion or hard to concentrate with other symptoms present
Disoriented or intermittently confused and feeling acutely ill
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During your current or most recent period, how long did you keep a single tampon in?
I did not use tampons or changed them within 4-8 hours as directed
Once or twice I went a bit over 8 hours without other issues
Frequently over 8 hours or slept through changes with other mild symptoms
Often 10-12+ hours and now I feel unwell with concerning symptoms
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Which absorbency level did you use most recently, relative to your flow?
Light/regular matched to flow or I did not use tampons
Sometimes higher than needed but not routinely
Often super or super-plus when not strictly necessary
Consistently very high absorbency and now feeling acutely unwell
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If you use a menstrual cup, how do you usually clean it between uses?
Follow manufacturer guidance (wash, sanitize as directed) or I do not use a cup
Sometimes quick rinse only when rushed
Rarely sanitize fully and have noticed odd odor or irritation
Poor cleaning habits and now have sudden fever or systemic symptoms
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Have you had any recent skin injuries or infections such as cuts, burns, or blisters that look infected?
No recent injuries or signs of infection
Minor scrape healing normally
Wound looks red, warm, or painful with new systemic symptoms (fever, chills)
Rapidly worsening wound signs with feeling faint or very ill
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Have you had surgery, childbirth, miscarriage, abortion, or nasal packing within the last few weeks?
None of these recently
Yes, but recovery is smooth with no concerning symptoms
Yes, and I now have fever or new systemic symptoms
Yes, and I feel acutely unwell with red-flag symptoms (faintness, severe vomiting, rash)
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Have you used a diaphragm, cervical cap, or contraceptive sponge recently?
No, or used as directed without issues
Yes, but removed promptly and feel fine
Yes, and left in longer than recommended with new symptoms
Yes, left in too long and I now feel severely unwell
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How quickly did your current symptoms start or change?
No symptoms or very gradual mild changes
Slowly over several days with mild impact
Suddenly within 24-48 hours with multiple symptoms appearing
Very sudden and rapidly worsening over hours
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Do you have signs that could suggest low blood pressure, such as cold clammy skin, fast heartbeat, and weakness?
None of these signs
Maybe one mild sign without feeling unwell overall
Several of these signs with other symptoms like fever or vomiting
Multiple signs and I feel faint or severely weak now
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Have you noticed peeling skin on your palms or soles a few days after an illness?
No peeling or skin changes like that
Unsure or mild dryness only
Yes, peeling occurred after recent feverish illness
Yes, and I currently feel unwell with other acute symptoms
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Do you have a past history of Toxic Shock Syndrome or serious staph/strep infection?
No, and I am generally well now
Unsure or distant minor infections only
Yes, history present and I have new concerning symptoms today
Yes, with sudden severe symptoms right now
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During your current or last period, how often did you change menstrual products relative to flow?
As directed for flow (e.g., tampon every 4-8 hours) or used pads only
Occasionally stretched change times when busy
Frequently delayed changes beyond guidance with some new symptoms
Rarely changed as directed and now have acute concerning symptoms
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Which statement best fits your current situation regarding seeking care?
I have no urgent concerns and want to learn what to watch for
I am monitoring mild, nonspecific symptoms and considering next steps
I recognize several red flags and plan to contact a clinician soon
I feel I need urgent, in-person care now based on my symptoms
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Sudden high fever with a widespread rash and vomiting can be warning signs of Toxic Shock Syndrome.
True
False
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You can sterilize a tampon by rinsing it with tap water before use.
True
False
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Leaving a tampon in longer than 8 hours increases the risk of TSS.
True
False
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Only people who use tampons can get Toxic Shock Syndrome.
True
False
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TSS can occur in the setting of skin wounds, burns, or surgical sites.
True
False
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Antibiotics kept at home can reliably cure suspected TSS without medical evaluation.
True
False
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Feeling faint with a rapid heart rate and cold, clammy skin can signal low blood pressure.
True
False
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It is safe to sleep with a super-plus tampon in for 12 hours or more.
True
False
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A rash is required for TSS; without a rash, it cannot be TSS.
True
False
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A prior history of Toxic Shock Syndrome increases the chance of it happening again.
True
False
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If symptoms briefly improve, urgent evaluation is never needed afterward.
True
False
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TSS can affect people of any gender.
True
False
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These outcomes outline your risk level from the do i have tss quiz and offer clear guidance on next steps.
  1. Minimal Risk: All Clear -

    Your responses show few or no toxic shock syndrome symptoms. While you likely don't have TSS, stay informed and retake the TSS self-assessment quiz if new signs arise.

  2. Mild Symptoms: Stay Alert -

    You report mild signs such as slight fever or rash. Monitor your condition closely, review toxic shock syndrome symptoms quiz tips, and seek advice if symptoms persist or worsen.

  3. Moderate Concern: Be Proactive -

    Your answers suggest moderate warning signs of TSS. Contact a healthcare professional for evaluation and consider carrying out our do i have toxic shock syndrome quiz again after any change.

  4. High Concern: Seek Medical Advice -

    You indicate several significant symptoms like high fever or dizziness. It's important to reach out to a doctor immediately - your health may require prompt attention.

  5. Critical Warning: Immediate Care Needed -

    Your results match severe TSS indicators such as rapid onset fever, low blood pressure, or widespread rash. Call emergency services or visit the ER without delay.

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