What is Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome? ➡️ caused by a toxin made by certain strains of the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. It mostly affects children under 6 years. It causes the top layer of skin to blister and peel, making it look like a burn or scald. ➡️ What are the symptoms? ‼️ Red, sore skin that may start around the mouth, diaper area, or skin folds ‼️Tenderness and pain—the skin is often very sensitive to touch ‼️ Blisters or peeling—large, thin blisters that break easily, leaving