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An 80-year-old Hispanic female presented to the emergency room with a high fever during hemodialysis. She has a history of end-stage renal disease, diabetes, hypertension, and recent pericardial effusion. On examination, she had a fever of 102.6F, elevated white blood cell count, and swelling and tenderness in her right arm. The differential diagnosis includes early sepsis secondary to possible right arm cellulitis or pneumonia. Management includes sepsis protocol, IV antibiotics, consultations, and resumin

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Trang Vu

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