what are the causes and how might septic shock be prevented?
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I am sure there are more causes than one.....but the one I am for sure about is if:  Say you had a twist in your intestine, and after a period of time, your intestine decided it was going to burst, and letting the stool into the body....that would most definitely give you septic shock.  I know that it can make you very very very sick, and it can even cause death if it's not caught in time. Our feces are basically poisonous to our own bodies b/c they contain so much bacteria and such, that is why they are put away inside of an intestine...so that the stool can't mix with our other body systems.  That is the main one that I am FOR SURE about...I want to say that you can also get some kind of septic shock from the blood, but not sure how or if that is even accurate, sorry :(   Ummmm...how to prevent it, I am of no help on that one either...unless you are having problems with your bowels, if so, go see a gastroenterologist!!  If you are in question whether you or someone you know might be having or could have septic shock...see a doctor IMMEDIATELY!!!
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It is important to exclude septic arthritis because of rapid joint destruction in bacterial infection.\n\nMost effusions are due to bruising within the joint from acute trauma or from unaccustomed overuse of the joint. The wcause may not be immediately apparent owing to the delay in symptoms developing. Cartilage bruising subsides slowly and so warn the patient of the risk of wear if the cartilage is not treated gently while softened by oedema.\n\nEffusions serve to separate, nourish and lubricate bruised cartilage and so NSAID's and tight compression should probably be used with caution to avoid long term harm. The RICE physiotherapy plan remains the best treatment.\n\nSometimes there is more serious joint derangement requiring surgical, usually arthroscopic, intervention, such as for a bucket-handle tear of a meniscus in the knee.
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Cause? Could be lack of oxygen due to lung damage. Could be from fever. Don't know if I understand your question.
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protection from bacteria\nprotection from water\nhelps to preserve body moisture (keep from dehydrating)\netc.
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A Courtesy Flush.\n\nThis is one of the best reasons to keep off the fats and processed foods. Take plenty of fibre and if that is a problem get a fibre supplement and finally eat a natural yogurt every so often.\n\nGenerally I can use a courtesy flush at the beginning to cover up the noise and evacuate myself all in one go.
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These things may or may not be related. However more information is required to determin what is going on. Some common things could be, stress, heart burn, hypothyordism.. but i sugest you start by seeing your doctor.
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She might be scared that you could get toxic shock syndrome from using the tampons, which "is a rare but potentially fatal disease caused by a bacterial toxin," often occuring from tampon use during menstruation. But this is so rare, and the incidence rate is so low nowadays, that it is ok to use tampons.
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Sepsis (in Greek Σήψις, putrefaction) is a serious medical condition caused by a severe infection. The more critical subsets of sepsis include severe sepsis (sepsis with acute organ dysfunction) and septic shock (sepsis with refractory arterial hypotension). If a proven source of infection is lacking but the other criteria of sepsis are met the condition typically meets the criteria for systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS); the exception is the condition greater than 10% band forms (this is not a part of the SIRS definition).\n\nSepticemia is sepsis of the bloodstream caused by bacteremia, which is the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream. The term septicemia is also used to refer to sepsis in general.\nSepsis can occur when there is an invasive procedure, any surgery, if the wounds are not properly tended to, or it can result from any infection in the body going untreated and teh bacteria growing out of control
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Prevention\nThe following are a list of things that can be done to avoid a urinary tract infection. As many people, especially women, experience recurrent infections some commonly recommended preventative measures are\n\nHaving adequate fluid intake, especially water. \nNot resisting the urge to urinate. \nTaking showers, not baths, or urinating soon after taking a bath. \nPracticing good hygiene, including wiping from the front to the back to avoid contamination of the urinary tract by faecal pathogens. \nCleaning genital areas prior to and after sexual intercourse. \nFor sexually active women, and to a lesser extent men, urinating within 15 minutes of sexual intercourse to allow the flow of urine to expel the bacteria before specialized extensions anchor the bacteria to the walls of the urethra. \nIt has been advocated by some, that cranberry-juice would decrease the incidence of UTI, by generating some metabolite inhibiting the adherence of certain pathogens (eg. E. coli) to the epithelium of the urinary bladder.
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TO be perfectly honest, if its a young girl, I would say a pad.  Tampons, if left in long, could cause Toxic Shock Syndrome.  Its nice to have tampons because it leaves you to move around better.  But... here's some info.\n\nThere are actually two different types of this condition. Toxic shock syndrome, which is caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, has been associated with the use of tampons. (TSS was initially linked to a particular brand of tampons, which have since been taken off the market.) Although the exact connection is still not clear, researchers suspect that certain types of high-absorbency tampons provided a moist, warm home where the bacteria could thrive. \n \nAlthough TSS usually occurs in menstruating women, it can affect anyone who has any type of staph infection, including pneumonia, abscess, skin or wound infection, a blood infection called septicemia, or a bone infection called osteomyelitis. \n \nA related infection, streptococcal toxic shock syndrome, or STSS, is caused by streptococcus bacteria. Most often STSS appears after streptococcus bacteria have invaded areas of injured skin, such as cuts and scrapes, surgical wounds, and even chickenpox blisters. It almost never follows a simple streptococcus throat infection (strep throat). \n \nFemales can reduce their risk of TSS by either avoiding tampons or alternating them with sanitary napkins. If a girl uses only tampons, it's important to choose tampons with the lowest absorbency that will handle her menstrual flow and to change the tampons frequently. Between menstrual periods, it's a good idea to store tampons away from heat and moisture (where bacteria can grow) - for example, in a bedroom rather than in a bathroom closet. \n\nHope that helps you.
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It sounds as though you might be immuno-compromised for some reason.  Old age, morbid obesity, under weight, smoking, alcohol or drug use, certain medications, certain medical conditions among other things can be responsible.  I'd be willing to bet there are at least two things above that apply to you.  If the circumstances above can't be changed, then prevention is your only other option.  It might be worth discussing using a surgical type scrub for routine washing.  Talk with you doctor about it.
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You mean like in shock\n\nLie patient down, elevate feet, keep them warm, call 911.\n\nThey will need I.V. fluids as soon as possible, and there are certain medications they can recieve in the ER that will help, also.
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anti-septic solutions use halogenated phenols \nhalogenated phenols are less reactive than general phenols
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Yes you can. The cause can be from many different reasons. You need to have a checkup to rule out any problems.
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Depends on the cause of the shock.  Hypovolemic shock requires head down O2 support and fluid volume replacement. Monitor vitals and give vasopressors to maintain BP and cardiac output\nNeurogenic shock is caused by a noxious stimulus, usually below the level of the bellybutton. Causes include a kinked catheter, inability to void and fecal impaction and can lead to seizures and a condition in paraplegics called autonomic dysreflexia.  Treatment usually begins with removing the noxious stimulus and supportive care.  If dysreflexia develops (cardinal sign is bradycardia and hypotension- the only time you will see these two together unless under the influence of drug therapy) treat the symptoms, usually resolves with removal of the stimulus\nThe list goes on  and on.... try a good medical surgical book
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Gout is caused by a buildup of uric acid in the body. You can help prevent it by not eating foods rich in purines such as red meat. Taking the drugs allopurinol or purinecid is the best way of avoiding the build up of uric acid.\n\nPrevention of acute gout involves:\n\n* maintaining a good fluid intake;\n* weight reduction;\n* dietary changes;\n* reduction of alcohol intake; and\n* medications to reduce hyperuricemia
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Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is an uncommon but potentially serious illness that occurs when poisonous substances (toxins) produced by certain bacteria enter the bloodstream. The toxins cause a type of blood poisoning caused by staphylococcal, or less commonly streptococcal, infections in the lungs, throat, skin or bone, or from injuries. Women using super-absorbent tampons during menstruation were found to be most likely to get toxic shock syndrome.