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Matthew Perry dead at 54 in apparent drowning (www.tmz.com)
submitted 2 years ago by to c/world@lemmy.world
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So sad :(

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[–] 1 point 2 years ago (1 child)

If I recall my terms right it’s vasogenic shock. Essentially pipes without enough fluid and thus not enough pressure make the pump go wonky… so, yea, havoc wreaked. I’d say you’re accurate there.

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  • [–] 7 points 2 years ago

    Vasogenic shock is caused generally by severe disregulation in the body - anaphylaxis, sepsis, lactic acidosis.

    What could have occured is a vasovagal syncope, where a sudden transient drop in blood pressure causes someone to lose consciousness temporarily. In this case, being tired, sleepy and getting quickly into a hottub, or sitting in it for a bit and then getting up suddenly could do the trick.

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