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How long does it take sepsis to reach your heart once its in your blood?
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Very quickly: Once bacteria enter the bloodstream , they get to the heart within minutes.
Answered 10/29/2012
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Can happen anytime: Infectious agent: can involve heart anytime sepsis mediators: act quickly to affect the heart. Expert to be seen asap.
Answered 11/1/2012
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