What is Sepsis, how to spot the signs, early detection and how to seek treatment. Please note: contains some graphic descriptions. Christina Flach lost her husband, Tennis champion Ken Flach, to Sepsis and is now a Sepsis advocate. She is doing everything she can to prevent more needless deaths and raising awareness on how to spot the signs and seek treatment. Disclosure: neither of us are medical professionals.
Listen to her powerful and passionate message and share it so we can help save lives together and prevent this happening to others. Christina says "Don't be afraid to question the doctor if you think that the diagnosis is wrong or to seek a second opinion."
What is Sepsis: Sepsis is the body’s response to infection which can lead to tissue damage, organ failure and death. Learn more about the symptoms which kills 270,000 Americans each year!
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Early detection and treatment is the key to survival. Use the acronym TIME to spot symptoms of Sepsis (you may only have 1 so don't wait to seek help if you don't have them all).:
Temperature, Infection, Mental decline, Extremely ill
Sepsis Alliance | Sepsis.org Education, events and how to get involved. A complete resource with everything you need to know about Sepsis.
More details and resources on the How to Recognize the Signs of Sepsis | Early Detection is Crucial blog post:
Where to find Christina Flach:
Instagram @evedawes
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