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Medical Conditions - Sepsis

Sepsis is a fatal disease that occurs due to the response of the body's immune system to an infection. It involves three stages, namely sepsis, severe sepsis, and septic shock. Infections of the bloodstream, kidney, abdomen, and pneumonia are the most common causes of sepsis. Intravenous antibiotics, corticosteroids, insulin, vasoactive medicines, and painkillers help in treating sepsis.

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Can pneumococcal pneumonia cause sepsis in a 69-year-old?

HelloWelcome to icliniq.comI understand your concern.The fact that your mother still has a fever despite being hospitalised for 10 days is alarming and demands more evaluation.

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Dr. Vishva Patel

Dr. Vishva Patel

What is plasmapheresis for sepsis after cancer treatment?

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How to diagnose and treat sepsis infection?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query and can understand your concern.Sepsis is a severe form of infection, and early diagnosis definitely helps and saves a patient's life.

When will my uncle recover from Candida auris infection?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. I am really sorry your uncle is going through this. It is incredibly difficult for families.

How can my 42-year-old husband manage pneumococcal pneumonia?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Severe pneumococcal pneumonia can be a very aggressive illness, even in otherwise healthy people.

Does an M2-PK level of 150 mean that I have cancer?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. No, it does not imply cancer alone.

What can cause ongoing fever and high CRP in a 6-month-old?

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Dr. Deepak Patel

Can sepsis be prevented?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body responds to infection and damages its own tissues and organs.

Is it normal to develop pneumococcal disease in asthma?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

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Dr. Sugandh Garg

Dr. Sugandh Garg

Does my segmenter value of 0.68 on CBC indicate sepsis?

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