Bacterial infection kills a teen boy within days: Symptoms, causes of the fast-moving illness

A 14-year-old boy in South Carolina tragically died from meningococcemia, a rare and rapidly progressing blood infection. Doctors are emphasizing the importance of recognizing early symptoms, which resemble the flu, and seeking immediate medical attention. The infection spreads through close contact and can cause severe complications if not treated promptly with antibiotics.

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