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What does sepsis secondary to pneumonia mean?

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Dr. Kerrie Pinkney answered

Specializes in Palliative Care

Spread: Sepsis is infection that has spread to the bloodstream and in this instance, it started in the lungs. The same bacteria that was found in the lungs is also in the blood. Hopefully, it is before your loved one develops shock. I hope they are better soon.

Dr Hahn agreed

Answered 4/17/2015

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Due to: Due to or as a result of pneumonia.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/5/2016

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