Question 1

how long does sepsis recovery take?

Accepted Answer

Quite variable: Depending on the severity of the initial illness, whether or not there was related organ failure (the need for a ventilator, the need for medications or devices to keep the heart and blood pressure going, the need for dialysis, etc), the nature of the infecting organism (how well they respond to antibiotics) and the health of the patient.... It could be 1-2 days or months-years.

Question 2

can the sepsis infection be treated to the point of recovery to excellent health?

Accepted Answer

Often: Depending on how severe the bodies response was and how much damage was done, many people return to normal lives.  Starting physical therapy as soon as it is safe to do so, minimizing exposure to benzodiazapines (ativan, valium) and paralytics, early nutrition by a feeding tube, etc all seem to maximize recovery and minimize harms.

Question 3

if someone is on life support with pneumonia and sepsis, is there  chance of recovery?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: Much depends upon their underlying conditions, the causative agent of their pneumonia, and the extent to which other organ systems may have been involved.  With the quality of U.S. Doctors and the excellence of our icus, the chances for full recovery have been remarkably enhanced.

Question 4

could anyone recover from maternal sepsis what is the treament and what is estimated recovery time and the patients needs to do in order to recover?

Accepted Answer

Need more info: Maternal sepsis is a serious condition. She must consult with her ob/gyn and be examined carefully to make sure the infection has been eradicated. Time to heal depends on cause of sepsis and health of the woman.

Question 5

is recovery possible after sepsis/mechanical ventilation?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Depending on how severe the sepsis was/how many organ systems involved, recovery may be complete or partial. Of course, it also depends on other factors such as the patient's age and underlying medical conditions.

Question 6

d was recently hospitalized about a week for sepsis. also was anemic. underlying diabetes  2. home now nearly 3 wks/working. recovery time for sepsis?

Accepted Answer

Sepsis: Time for full recovery will vary widely, depending upon the infection causing the sepsis and the organism causing it, the immune status of the patient and the methods of treatment. Glad that you are better. Stay safe.

Question 7

my father is just about recovering from a severe sepsis infection that included septic shock. still has low grade fever. how long does recovery take?

Accepted Answer

Sepsis: It can certainly depend on the etiology of the sepsis and the degree of organ dysfunction that occurred. Some recover fully, some take weeks, some never quite recover organ function and cardiac, pulmonary, brain and kidney function may be impaired afterwards.  If he is still with fever days/weeks into therapy, i would make sure he has been evaluated for endocarditis with blood cultures and an echo.

Question 8

moderate to severe pain on and off after burst gall bladder resulting in sepsis and gall bladder removal and 3 months in hospital draining & recovery?

Accepted Answer

Postoperative manage: Most people who have keyhole surgery are able to leave hospital on the same day as the operation. It'll usually take around 2 weeks to return to your normal activities.  You probably had open surgery,   you have infection or bile leak possibly which is being treated I am sure.
In your case  you need w/u and   treatment before being discharged, which is most likely is  being managed.

Question 9

septic shock: what is the typical recovery period after being stabilized?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Recovery period depends on age, nutrition, kidney injury or disease, heart function, lung disease and many more. It can take from few weeks to several months to recover and some times it could be only partial recovery.

Question 10

i believe that abx are usually given quickly after there is a strong suspicion of sepsis. how quickly, in your opinion, should n/s drip be given? why?

Accepted Answer

Saline: In cases of severe sepsis iv fluids are needed and started asap along with iv antibiotics. The goal is to avoid dehydration, low bp and kidney failure. The rate of infusion of saline or  5%dextrose with normal or half normal saline depends upon blood pressure, cardiorenal status,ability of patient to take by mouth and degree of dehydration or fluid loss upon admission to the hospital.

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Could anyone recover from maternal sepsis what is the treament and what is estimated recovery time and the patients needs to do in order to recover?

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Is recovery possible after sepsis/mechanical ventilation?

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D was recently hospitalized about a week for sepsis. also was anemic. underlying diabetes 2. home now nearly 3 wks/working. recovery time for sepsis?

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My father is just about recovering from a severe sepsis infection that included septic shock. still has low grade fever. how long does recovery take?

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Moderate to severe pain on and off after burst gall bladder resulting in sepsis and gall bladder removal and 3 months in hospital draining & recovery?

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Septic shock: what is the typical recovery period after being stabilized?

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I believe that abx are usually given quickly after there is a strong suspicion of sepsis. how quickly, in your opinion, should n/s drip be given? why?

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