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My grandma just was recently released from the hospital and icu from gall bladder surgery. she is feeling very nauseaus. what are the signs of sepsis?

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Sepsis: Could be due to medications she is on. Hypotension with rapid heart rate are typically associated with sepsis.

Answered 3/18/2014

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Dr. Carlo Contreras answered

Specializes in Surgical Oncology

Multiple: Fevers, chills, and sweats are the classic indicators. Others can be drainage from the wound, burning on urination. Some elderly patients do not respond to infection very well and never develop a fever. If you have questions, it is best to be seen by your surgeon.

Answered 10/11/2012

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