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After a Teen Was Sent Home from the Hospital with Stomach Bug Symptoms, She Ended Up in a Coma Fighting for Her Life a Month Later
- A UK teenager left hospital with suspected stomach bug later fell into septic shock and needed ICU care.
- Doctors later found congenital scar tissue in her bowel, causing a blockage and sepsis.
- She underwent emergency surgery and spent two weeks on life support in PICU.
- Afterward she began steps toward recovery, including stoma care and rehabilitation.
- Her mother urged others to trust their instincts when something doesn’t feel right.
- The case highlights how quickly sepsis can progress from a stomach issue to life-threatening illness.
- Felicity-Jo underwent two major bowel surgeries and had parts removed.
- The family started a GoFundMe to cover ongoing hospitalization costs.
- She regained some movement and took her first steps as recovery progressed.
- The NHS Trust did not immediately respond to comment requests about the case.
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