Many patients who are unfortunate enough to experience an onset of sepsis while battling a urinary tract infection, pneumonia, or while recovering from an injury may expect the worst to behind them once their doctors discharge them from the hospital. That's not the...
Spinal fluid leaks post-delivery: A birth injury mothers seldom hear about
Spinal epidurals are generally considered a safe form of pain control during childbirth, whether a mother is about to deliver vaginally or by C-section. The only problem is that they can lead to devastating injuries -- and most expectant mothers have no idea that can...
All reasonable tactics to prevent spread of HAIs
Healthcare-acquired infections, or HAIs, that have the potential to lead to sepsis are ubiquitous hazards in Texas hospitals and other types of medical facilities. A concerted effort must be undertaken to prevent HAIs in the first instance. There are a number of...
Dangerous mistakes made during Cesarean sections
Cesarean sections are supposed to make giving birth safer for mothers and babies. In Texas, 35% of babies are delivered by C-section. That's a high rate, putting Texas in the top five states nationally. Because of this, it's important for parents to understand some of...
Signs of suffering from sepsis
Sepsis is a situation where your body responds severely to an infection. Your body's immune system is designed to protect you from germs, but when you suffer from sepsis, the immune system releases excess chemicals to the body. The resulting effect is full-body...
Is it hard to diagnose sepsis in Texas?
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...
Sepsis kills more hospital patients than any other condition
Texas residents who get an infection may suffer from a complication called sepsis. It arises when the infection reaches the bloodstream, and the body releases chemicals into the blood in response. Sepsis is characterized by inflammation across the body. Everyone runs...
Birth injuries and delayed cesarean sections
Mothers in Texas know how common cesarean sections have become. These days, as many as one-third of all children in the U.S. are delivered via C-section. Cesarean sections are a valuable intervention that can save mothers and babies from serious complications and even...
In US hospitals, sepsis is the leading cause of death
Sepsis is a two-edged sword for patients in Texas hospitals. On the one hand, it's the body’s attempt to respond to an injury or infection. On the other hand, it is a very serious medical condition that can lead to amputation, organ failure, tissue damage, or even...
