Man's limbs amputated after contracting deadly infection from dog

Man's limbs amputated after contracting deadly infection from dog

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Science, Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses a case of poisoning from the bacteria Kapnocytophagal Canamorsis, which entered a man's bloodstream through dog saliva. This led to sepsis, causing blood spots resembling bruises. Doctors attempted to control the infection with antibiotics, but complications arose, leading to tissue death. Consequently, the man's legs and hands were amputated.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the source of the Kapnocytophagal canamorsis bacteria in the bloodstream?

Contaminated water

Dog saliva

Infected food

Airborne particles

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What symptom did Manta Fell develop due to sepsis?

Multiple blood spots

High fever

Severe headache

Nausea

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial medical response to stop the infection from spreading?

Radiation therapy

Chemotherapy

Antibiotics

Surgery

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What complication arose from the use of antibiotics?

Increased heart rate

Blocked blood flow

Severe dehydration

Loss of appetite

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What drastic measure did doctors take due to the complications?

Prescribed painkillers

Induced coma

Amputated limbs

Administered a blood transfusion