Bought fish at the market, then lost limbs: Doctors had to cut off her arms and legs to save her
She tragically lost both arms and a leg due to a severe bacterial infection.
TL;DR
- Laura Barahas, 40, from California, contracted a severe bacterial infection after eating undercooked tilapia in July 2024.
- The infection led to sepsis and kidney failure, resulting in the amputation of her arms and legs to save her life.
- Experts suspect the bacteria responsible is Vibrio vulnificus, which has a high mortality rate.
- Infection can occur through consuming contaminated food or exposure of wounds to contaminated water.
- The case serves as a warning about the dangers of undercooked seafood and the importance of proper food handling.