Symptoms of intense inflammation and shock occur in some gram-positive bacterial infections due to
A)A-B toxins.
B)lipid A.
C)membrane-disrupting toxins.
D)superantigens.
E)erythrogenic toxin.

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Superantigens produced by some gram-positive bacteria can stimulate an excessive and non-specific immune response, leading to intense inflammation and shock. This is due to their ability to activate a large number of T-cells, causing the release of proinflammatory cytokines.

Symptoms of Intense Inflammation and Shock Occur in Some Gram-Positive