A cancer survivor, Lauren Wagner from Canada, recently shared her near-death experience with sepsis on TikTok. Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that occurs as a severe reaction to an infection. Wagner developed sepsis as a complication of surgeries to remove a cancerous tumor from her spine.
In her TikTok video, Wagner emphasized the importance of recognizing the warning signs of this “silent killer” and seeking immediate medical help. She admitted that she initially dismissed her symptoms as a bad case of the flu, hoping they would subside over time. However, her condition continued to deteriorate.
Reflecting on her experience, Wagner remarked that she wished she had come across a video like the one she was making earlier, as it would have prompted her to visit the emergency room much sooner. She believes that timely intervention could have greatly benefited her.
Lauren Wagner, 26 from Canada, took to TikTok to share her near-death experience with sepsis, the body’s extreme reaction to infection
Ms Wagner got sepsis as a complication from several surgeries to remove a cancerous tumor from her spine
Sepsis is a medical emergency that is often referred to as a “silent killer.” It occurs when the body mounts an extreme response to an infection. This response triggers a cascading effect throughout the body, leading to the shutdown of tissues and organs.
The symptoms of sepsis can closely resemble those of the flu. Look out for extremely high or low body temperature, profuse sweating, severe pain, clammy skin, dizziness, nausea, rapid heart rate, slurred speech, and confusion.
Sepsis can progress to septic shock, which is characterized by a severe drop in blood pressure. Mayo Clinic lists signs of septic shock as the inability to stand, excessive sleepiness or difficulty staying awake, and significant changes in mental status.
If left untreated, sepsis can be fatal. Wagner stressed the importance of seeking immediate medical attention and not waiting for symptoms to improve on their own, as she did. The longer one waits, the more dangerous the situation becomes, she warned.
Sepsis affects approximately 1.7 million Americans each year, causing 350,000 deaths, according to the CDC. In the UK, there are roughly 245,000 cases and 48,000 deaths related to sepsis annually.
About one in three hospital patients who die have experienced sepsis during their hospitalization.
Infections that can lead to sepsis often originate from the lungs, urinary tract, skin, or gastrointestinal tract. Certain groups, such as adults aged 65 and older, children under one year, individuals with weakened immune systems, and those who have had sepsis before, are particularly vulnerable. However, sepsis can affect anyone.
Wagner personally identified feeling extremely ill as the primary symptom that prompted her to seek help at the ER. She described her condition as the sickest she had ever felt, with her health worsening every day.
Now, Wagner aims to raise awareness about the importance of seeking early medical intervention. She expressed her belief that sepsis is not discussed enough and is not adequately taught in schools. She emphasized the need for people to be aware of the condition and its warning signs so that they can seek prompt medical treatment and achieve better outcomes.
Ultimately, Wagner hopes that her story can help even one person out there.
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