While most illnesses are caused by an external influence, sepsis occurs when your body's natural immune system goes haywire. The result can damage your organs and threaten to shut down your body altogether. Since sepsis can quickly lead to septic shock, it's important...
The consequences of thiamine deficiency
Thiamine deficiency is fairly rare in Texas and around the country as most people get sufficient amounts of the essential vitamin from foods such as nuts, meat and whole grains. Individuals who suffer from medical conditions including diabetes and HIV and people who...