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Sepsis Explained: When Infection Sparks a Life‑Threatening Response
health4 hours ago

Sepsis Explained: When Infection Sparks a Life‑Threatening Response

Sepsis is a potentially deadly, umbrella term for an overactive, unpredictable immune response to infection that can follow pneumonia or other infections. There isn’t a single test for sepsis; diagnosis relies on symptoms and clinical judgment. Common signs include fever, low blood pressure, a fast heart rate, and confusion, though symptoms vary by infection source, and septic shock can lead to organ failure. Kyle Busch’s death after pneumonia progressed to sepsis underscores the risk. Prompt emergency treatment is crucial, and prevention—through vaccines and proper infection care—can reduce risk.

via HuffPost|
#health#infection#kyle-busch
Sepsis: The Hidden Killer Behind Everyday Infections
health3 days ago

Sepsis: The Hidden Killer Behind Everyday Infections

Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to infection that kills about 350,000 Americans each year and accounts for a large share of deaths worldwide, yet its symptoms are often vague and begin with common infections like those in the lungs or urinary tract. Early recognition and prompt treatment with antibiotics and IV fluids dramatically improve survival, though risk is highest for older adults, people with weakened immune systems, and those with chronic illness. Even after recovery, sepsis can leave lasting physical and mental health effects, underscoring the need for awareness and swift medical evaluation when someone doesn’t look or feel right.

via WRAL|
#early-recognition#health#infection
Innovative Device Saves Child with Multiple Organ Failures
health11 months ago

Innovative Device Saves Child with Multiple Organ Failures

Doctors at Michigan Medicine successfully used a new device called the Selective Cytopheretic Device (SCD) to save a child with septic shock and multiple organ failure, marking a medical first. The device, which filters blood to reduce inflammation, helped improve the child's condition despite initial concerns due to low white blood cell count, and the child has since recovered and returned home.

via Newser|
#child#device#health
Fernando Valenzuela's Cause of Death Unveiled
sports1 year ago

Fernando Valenzuela's Cause of Death Unveiled

Legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela passed away at 63 due to septic shock, with underlying causes including decompensated alcoholic cirrhosis and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis cirrhosis. The medical examiner also noted a possible rare brain disorder, Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. Valenzuela, who inspired "Fernandomania," was honored by the Dodgers with a jersey patch during the World Series, which they won against the Yankees. The victory parade coincided with what would have been his 64th birthday.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
#baseball#fernando-valenzuela#los-angeles-dodgers
Dodgers Legend Fernando Valenzuela's Cause of Death Confirmed as Septic Shock
sports1 year ago

Dodgers Legend Fernando Valenzuela's Cause of Death Confirmed as Septic Shock

Fernando Valenzuela, the legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher who led the team to a World Series victory in 1981, passed away at 63 due to septic shock, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. His death certificate also cited decompensated alcoholic cirrhosis, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis cirrhosis, and probable Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease as contributing factors. Valenzuela, affectionately known as "El Toro," was cremated, and a public Mass was held in his honor in Los Angeles.

via CBS News|
#baseball#creutzfeldt-jakob-disease#fernando-valenzuela
sports1 year ago

Dodgers Legend Fernando Valenzuela Passes Away from Septic Shock

Fernando Valenzuela, the legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher who played a pivotal role in their 1981 World Series victory, died from septic shock at age 63. His death certificate cites decompensated alcoholic cirrhosis and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis cirrhosis as underlying causes, with "probable" Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease also contributing. Valenzuela was renowned for his exceptional 1981 season, where he won both the National League Cy Young and Rookie of the Year awards. The Dodgers retired his No. 34 jersey in August 2023.

via Rolling Stone|
#baseball#fernando-valenzuela#los-angeles-dodgers
Dodgers Legend Fernando Valenzuela Dies from Septic Shock
sports1 year ago

Dodgers Legend Fernando Valenzuela Dies from Septic Shock

Fernando Valenzuela, the legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher who played a key role in their 1981 World Series victory, passed away on October 22 at the age of 63 due to septic shock, as confirmed by his death certificate. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's office also noted underlying conditions such as decompensated alcoholic cirrhosis, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis cirrhosis, and probable Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. Valenzuela had recently retired from his role in the Dodgers' Spanish-language broadcast team. A public Mass was held in his honor in Los Angeles.

via ESPN|
#baseball#death#fernando-valenzuela
Baking Soda Saves Woman from Flesh-Eating Bacteria
health1 year ago

Baking Soda Saves Woman from Flesh-Eating Bacteria

Beatrice Johnson, a 60-year-old woman from Kent, England, nearly died from septic shock caused by a flesh-eating bacteria that ate the tip of her nose. In a last-ditch effort, doctors used sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) in her IV drip as an alternative to dialysis, leading to a miraculous recovery. She was released from the hospital after 43 days and credits baking soda with saving her life.

via Good News Network|
#bacteria#baking-soda#health
Mysterious Superbug Claims Life of Healthy 29-Year-Old Woman
health2 years ago

Mysterious Superbug Claims Life of Healthy 29-Year-Old Woman

A 29-year-old woman in Australia died after being attacked by a superbug that led to septic shock and pneumonia, ultimately causing her organs to fail. Ashley Timbery collapsed at home and was diagnosed with a Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection, which doctors believe led to her death. Despite showing only mild symptoms initially, her condition rapidly deteriorated, and she passed away after doctors informed her family that she wouldn't recover.

via PEOPLE|
#australia#health#mrsa