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What does sepsis secondary to pneumonia mean?
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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.
Answered 4/17/2015
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Due to: Due to or as a result of pneumonia.
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