Girl, 13, 'asked mum if she would die' before passing away from sepsis while pain medicine allegedly delayed, inquest hears
- Chloe Longster, a 13-year-old girl, was admitted to Kettering General Hospital suffering from severe pain and later diagnosed with influenza A.
- Her mother reported that Chloe's pain relief was delayed, causing her significant distress, and medical staff did not initially recognize the signs of sepsis.
- The family believes Chloe's death was preventable and is seeking answers through the ongoing inquest.
In the UK, an inquest into the death of 13-year-old Chloe Longster revealed troubling details surrounding her medical treatment. Chloe was admitted to Kettering General Hospital with severe pain and was later diagnosed with influenza A. Her mother, Louise Longster, testified that Chloe's pain relief was consistently delayed, leading to her daughter's distress. Despite being seen multiple times by medical staff, Chloe's symptoms were not initially recognized as indicative of sepsis, a condition that ultimately claimed her life the following morning. The family expressed their devastation, claiming that Chloe's death was preventable and highlighting the need for better pain management in pediatric care. The inquest continues as the family seeks answers regarding the circumstances of her treatment and the hospital's response to her condition.