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Are there intestinal diseases that can turn into septicemia?
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Yes.: Of these, typhoid and listeria are the most common.
Answered 9/29/2011
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Many.: Any intestinal disease that may lead to perforation of the intestine has the potential to cause sepsis. The most common causes of perforation include appendicitis, diverticulitis, ulcer disease, and cancer.
Answered 10/16/2013
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Yes: Any infection emanating from any organ in the body can turn into septicemia. For example a diverticular ( colon) abscess can turn into septicemia.
Answered 7/28/2016
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