Healthy man goes camping-lands in ICU for 40 days with respiratory failure
Briefly

A healthy 52-year-old office worker in Argentina developed a severe illness starting with an unshakeable fever. Despite initial visits to the hospital, his condition worsened leading to respiratory and kidney failure, and ultimately required intensive medical intervention. His case underscores the complexities faced by healthcare providers in identifying and treating mysterious illnesses, reflecting diagnostic challenges that can emerge in otherwise healthy individuals. This incident highlights the potential for sudden health crises and the importance of thorough examinations in critical care settings.
The man's case highlights a critical diagnostic challenge faced by healthcare professionals when dealing with mysterious, rapidly deteriorating illnesses, especially amidst a global pandemic.
Despite his seemingly healthy state, the 52-year-old office worker's sudden illness and progression to severe shock illustrate the unpredictable nature of certain infections.
Read at Ars Technica
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