Short Wave Sepsis Is A Global Killer. Can Vitamin C Be The Cure?
Feb 4, 2020
Richard Harris, NPR science correspondent, dives into the urgent crisis of sepsis, which claims around 30,000 lives daily. He discusses a controversial treatment using Vitamin C, thiamine, and corticosteroids proposed by a doctor, asserting it saved many patients. The conversation highlights both the optimistic results and the skepticism surrounding this remedy, fueled by conflicting study outcomes. Harris sheds light on the need for more research and the ongoing debate within the medical community regarding this potential game-changer in sepsis care.
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Sepsis Overview
- Sepsis, caused by the body's overreaction to infection, is a major health concern.
- It's the most expensive condition in US hospitals, affecting 1.7 million people and causing over 250,000 deaths annually.
Logger's Sepsis Treatment
- Christopher Kelly, a logger, suffered a severe accident, breaking 22 bones.
- Dr. Karlbaum treated Kelly with a vitamin C cocktail after he developed sepsis, seemingly with positive results.
Marik's Sepsis Treatment
- Dr. Paul Marik developed the vitamin C cocktail, initially facing skepticism.
- He observed significant improvements in his patients, claiming it's a remarkable treatment.