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sepsis

[sep-sis] / ˈsɛp sɪs /


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Women are more prone to infections and sepsis, and can suffer from severe and ongoing pain, as well having to deal with psychological trauma, anxiety and depression.

From BBC Sep. 17, 2026

But three weeks later, Bachteler was rushed to A&E and diagnosed with sepsis - a life-threatening illness that left her bedridden for days.

From BBC Sep. 13, 2026

"I realised it's a leading cause of death. I didn't even know what sepsis was before. I thought it was something you heard on Grey's Anatomy," said Bachteler.

From BBC Sep. 13, 2026

In March, Hilton was hospitalized in Las Vegas with severe sepsis for 21 days.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

“No buts. It has to be done. We are risking sepsis here. If this gets any worse, the infection can get into your bloodstream.”

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott




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