Sydney Woman's Warning: How a Routine Manicure Led to Sepsis, Multiple Surgeries and Partial Finger Amputation

Nov 27, 2025 01:38 am CST

A 27-year-old Sydney woman shares her harrowing medical journey after a routine manicure resulted in a severe Strep infection, leading to sepsis, six surgeries, and partial finger amputation. Claudia Ruffin now advocates for increased awareness about nail salon hygiene practices and the life-threatening dangers of sepsis.