Which illness did Brooke suffer from that led to his death?
Malaria
Tuberculosis
Septicaemia
Pneumonia
Answer
Septicemia, also known as blood poisoning, was the underlying medical condition that ultimately claimed Brooke's life. This serious illness occurs when an infection in any part of the body enters the bloodstream, leading to a systemic inflammatory response that can cause organ damage, tissue necrosis, and even death.
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