2006-09-24 17:00:24 · 6 answers · asked by Terri L 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Respiratory Diseases
I take care of alot of septic shock patients. It is really variable how long it takes for them to fully recover, if in fact they are able to fully recover. It depends on how out of control the infection gets prior to treatment. Sepsis can be caused by an infection anywhere in the body that has gotten so out of control that it causes multi-system organ failure. I took care of a patient who went in to septic shock from an abscessed tooth. Fair warning--treat all infections in your body regardless of how small they may seem.
Back to the question, the earlier the treatment for the underlying infection, the shorter the recovery. Once systems start shutting down, the course is much more difficult. Kidneys are often effected requiring dialysis. The pancreas is often effected requiring use of insulin to control blood sugar. The cardiovascular system is also often effected requiring special IV drips to control dangerously low blood pressure. And the respiratory system is effected requiring support ranging from nasal prongs to Bi pap up to use of a ventilator. So as you can see, if multiple systems of the body are drastically effected, the recovery may require months in the ICU followed by recovery time on the floor. Also, after spending months in the ICU you very well risk requiring therapy to gain strength back after being on bedrest for so long.
Hope this helps.
2006-09-24 17:15:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Septic Shock Recovery
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how long does someone stay in septic shock before they recover?
2015-08-07 10:20:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the level of the bacteria in the system, what type bacteria it is, and a lot of other variables, including the overall health of the person before septic shock occurred. If by recovery you mean how long until the infection is under control, that can vary from 24 hours on upwards, depending on how effective the antibiotics are. If you mean until the person is well enough for discharge from the hospital, that depends on what if any other complications there are from the initial infection, the damage that was caused to other parts of the body, and the person's ability to recuperate. The doctor in charge of the case would be the best person to make this kind of assessment- not an unlicensed person whose opinion you got from the Internet. That's medical advice best gotten from trained persons on the scene.
2006-09-24 17:08:12 · answer #4 · answered by The mom 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The sad truth is that over 50% of the people who go into septic shock never recover. Septic shock can be fatal.
2006-09-24 17:09:06 · answer #5 · answered by old lady 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Not long because septic shock means you got a major infection which is quite serious and requires hospitalization.
2006-09-24 17:03:58 · answer #6 · answered by nabdullah2001 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
how quick can septic shock effect your body
2015-01-19 15:01:38 · answer #7 · answered by Larry S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this type fulminating infection do take some extra time like 7 to 10 days to recoup your self after breaking your kidney stone
2016-04-01 15:48:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honey, I'm worried why you ask. It's not good. Of course it depends on the situation but, it's not good!
2006-09-24 17:11:34 · answer #9 · answered by trentmrlowe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋