Dan C. Gilliam's definitions

Coma-mare

A long-lasting, intense, and frightening nightmare that occurs while in a medically-induced coma. Most people who experience them later battle varying degrees of PTSD.

I have PTSD from the coma-mares I suffered while in septic shock.

by Dan C. Gilliam October 26, 2017

Sepsiversary

The anniversary of surviving a life-threatening sepsis event.

This week, I celebrated my 5-year sepsiversary.

by Dan C. Gilliam December 8, 2017

Sepsiversary

The annual celebration of surviving a sepsis event.

My 5-year sepsiversary is next month.

by Dan C. Gilliam April 20, 2018