Question: what is the likelihood of getting toxic shock syndrome?
Answer: In the U.S., TSS is estimated to affect 3-6 people per 100,000 per year,” said Erin Clark, MD, an obstetrician-gynecologist with University of Utah Health. “The National Organization for Rare Disorders estimates that TSS related to tampon use occurs in about 1 in 100,000 menstruating women.”