What was the cause of Maria Theresa's death?
Natural Causes
Abscess on her arm complications
She was executed
Illness
Answer
Abscess on her arm caused blood poisoning, leading to her demise. The infection started from an inflamed wound that developed after being punctured by a hairpin while dressing. Medical treatment was ineffective due to limited understanding of hygiene and antibiotics at the time. Her death, at the age of 63, marked the end of an era, leaving a significant impact on the Habsburg monarchy and European politics.
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