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Mayo Clinic Q and A: Understanding sepsis and septic shock If it continues, sepsis can develop into septic shock, a life-threatening situation in which organs begin to fail and blood pressure drops even more dramatically Any kind of infection can trigger sepsis But certain infections, such as pneumonia, abdominal or kidney infection, and infections that affect the blood, are more likely to cause sepsis
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Consider TIME when dealing with sepsis Even with treatment, sepsis can progress to severe sepsis or septic shock, causing organ damage Close monitoring and treatment for sepsis occur in the hospital setting, typically with a combination of antibiotics, intravenous fluids and other medications, including vasopressors, corticosteroids or pain relievers
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treating osteoarthritis with corticosteroid . . . DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have osteoarthritis in my knee that continues to worsen Would a steroid injection help my knee pain? How long does the treatment last, and how often can it be repeated, if necessary? ANSWER: Corticosteroid medications are powerful drugs that can be useful in decreasing pain and inflammation in various musculoskeletal conditions, […]
When Cats Bite: 1 in 3 Patients Bitten in Hand Hospitalized, Infections . . . Middle-aged women were most common cat bite victims Rochester, Minn — Feb 5, 2014 — Dogs aren’t the only pets who sometimes bite the hands that feed them Cats do too, and when they strike a hand, can inject bacteria deep into joints and tissue, perfect breeding grounds for infection Cat bites to the hand […]
Be Aware of Signs and Symptoms Associated with Tick-related Diseases Some people develop only mild symptoms, but human ehrlichiosis can be a severe or life threatening illness due to potential serious complications, such as septic shock, respiratory failure and kidney failure If treated promptly with antibiotics, the infection generally improves in just a few days
What Complications Can Come From a Rib Fracture? ROCHESTER, Minn — October 22, 2012 Rib fractures are one of the most common bone breaks in older adults While there's no direct treatment for fractured ribs that remain in alignment, medical care is still important to avoid serious complications, according to the October issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter Rib fractures can result from […]
Treating Sinus Infections Without Antibiotics - Mayo Clinic News Network Tomah, WI - People often want antibiotics to tackle a sinus infection but that might not be the best treatment since most infections are caused by viruses Antibiotics fight bacteria, not viruses There are also complications that can develop with dependency on these drugs The more antibiotics are used the less effective they can become, with possible […]