Question 1

i have blood poisoning(red line) growing from foot from puncture wound in foot, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Lymphadenitis: That wound has gotten infected and the infection is going up throughout the lymph vessel and glands following what looks like a blood vessel pattern. You need to see your doctor for proper antibiotics and be sure to be up-to-date with your tetanus shot.

Question 2

can i get blood poisoning from toe infections?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sepsis does happen from toe infection. If and when the infection gets into the joints of your toes, since they are highly vascular, you increase the chance of sepsis or infection spreading through your blood. So see you doctor or podiatrist as soon as possible for antibiotic treatment and evaluation. You may need IV antibiotics and hospitalization if the infection is severe.

Question 3

i was wondering what would cause a 23-year old boy to get blood poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Infections!: Blood poisoning is really a term for blood stream infections by bacteria.  Anyone can get a blood stream infection from a skin infection, pneumonia, urinary tract infection, or any route that bacteria are introduced into the blood stream.  This can happen with simple tooth brushing or be as obvious as injecting drugs into the blood stream.

Question 4

hello doctors, can wasps stings cause blood poisoning?

Accepted Answer

They usually don't: Usually, wasp stings don't cause sepsis, or blood poisoning. But, if you don't feel right after any insect sting or bite, you should definitely get seen right away or go to an ER.

Question 5

can blood poisoning be caused by canned food?

Accepted Answer

Septicemia: Septicemia is a serious, life-threatening infection that gets worse very quickly. It can arise from infections throughout the body, including infections in the lungs, abdomen, and urinary tract. It may come before or at the same time as these infections.

Question 6

help plz! can salmonella really cause blood poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Yes...: How was the diagnosis made? Yes it can cause septicemia but if you are doing fine and this was picked up on a stool culture and you are on the right antibiotic you will be ok. Discuss this matter with your physician.

Question 7

would an old person get blood poisoning if feces got into the wound?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, relatively frequently seen in bed bound patients that are incontinent and develop pressure ulcers.

Question 8

please tell me, could salmonella really cause blood poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: If an infective agent travels to the blood stream and spreads, it could cause what is called sepsis. With sepsis the body is greatly challenged to fight the infection.  In severe cases the patient may go into multi-organ failure, shock, or even death.  Have it evaluated and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 9

can broken teeth that bleed into the gums cause blood poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Long shot but yes: If your broken teeth get infected and you don't treat the infection, yes that can cause blood poisoning.

Question 10

could salmonella really cause blood poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Salmonella is an occasional cause of blood infections, more often in those with weaker immune systems, kids and the elderly.It is better known as a cause of bloody diarrhea and some strains cause typhoid fever.

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