septicemia

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Appendicitis, especially with a perforated appendix, is dangerous and can lead to complications including septicemia and peritonitis, the Cleveland Clinic says.

From Los Angeles Times

The examination revealed the elephants had enlarged livers and spleens, as well as internal bleeding in multiple organs—signs of septicemia.

From National Geographic

It can manifest as meningitis — an inflammation of the membranes around the brain and spinal cord — or septicemia, an infection of the bloodstream.

From New York Times

Dan Aykroyd on Monday cited the medical examiner in Spokane, and said that his brother “succumbed to septicemia from an internal infection precipitated by an untreated abdominal hernia.”

From Seattle Times

Her vital signs had reassured him she wasn’t suffering from septicemia — a bacterial infection reaching the bloodstream.

From Los Angeles Times