“Medical Mystery”: Woman’s Infected Wisdom Tooth Leads To Sepsis, Leaves Her In Coma
Despite months of a persistent facial rash, 23-year-old Caitlin Alsop seemed perfectly healthy. However, this seemingly harmless symptom masked a hidden danger. Initially experiencing flu-like symptoms, a doctor diagnosed Caitlin with the flu, advising rest. Though feeling better after a while, a dinner with a friend took a horrifying turn. She felt like she bit her tongue, followed by rapid swelling and difficulty speaking. Her family suspected an allergic reaction, but the inability to swallow medication prompted a trip to the hospital, News.com.au reported. Doctors suspected anaphylaxis and administered adrenaline. Yet, her condition worsened. She faded in and out of consciousness, a severe rash engulfing her upper body. Now a medical mystery at Gold Coast University… Read More »“Medical Mystery”: Woman’s Infected Wisdom Tooth Leads To Sepsis, Leaves Her In Coma