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Why are men more likely to get sepsis?
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We don't know: It is not clear why men are more likely to have sepsis, as boys are also more likely to be septic than girls (i.e. It isn't testosterone). Risk taking behavior may explain the difference, but it has not been studied.
Answered 5/11/2019
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Not necessarily true: I am not aware that men are more likely to get sepsis.
Answered 11/21/2012
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