"Broken Tooth Leads to Harrowing Seven-Month Health Battle for Misdiagnosed Young Man"
Brandon Baker from Ohio suffered a harrowing seven-month health battle after a broken tooth led to a severe, full-body blood infection and bacterial endocarditis, requiring open-heart surgery. Initially diagnosed with the flu, Brandon continued to deteriorate, losing weight and collapsing in the shower. He spent 28 days in the hospital, accumulating $830,000 in medical debt. Brandon's experience highlights the importance of dental care and the potential serious consequences of untreated dental issues.