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  2. Feb 10, 2023 · Sepsis is a serious condition in which the body responds improperly to an infection. The infection-fighting processes turn on the body, causing the organs to work poorly. Sepsis may progress to septic shock. This is a dramatic drop in blood pressure that can damage the lungs, kidneys, liver and other organs.

  3. Overview. What is sepsis? Sepsis is a life-threatening medical emergency caused by your bodys overwhelming response to an infection. Without urgent treatment, it can lead to tissue damage, organ failure and death. Sepsis definition. Sepsis is your bodys extreme reaction to an infection.

  4. May 28, 2024 · Luis Alvarez / Getty Images. What Is Sepsis? Sepsis describes your body's reaction to an infection that has entered your bloodstream. The infection could start anywhere—for example, in your urinary tract or a wound—and spread throughout your body through your blood.

  5. Feb 8, 2023 · Signs and symptoms of sepsis. Symptoms of sepsis can include: fever and/or chills; confusion or disorientation; difficulty breathing; fast heart rate or low blood...

  6. Feb 1, 2024 · Sepsis: Symptoms include fever, fast heart rate, fast breathing, confusion, and body pain. Severe sepsis: Symptoms of sepsis, plus difficulty breathing, abnormal liver tests,...

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  7. Mar 8, 2024 · A person with sepsis might have one or more of the following signs or symptoms: Clammy or sweaty skin. Confusion or disorientation. Extreme pain or discomfort. Fever, shivering or feeling very cold. High heart rate or weak pulse. Shortness of breath. At-risk populations. Anyone can develop sepsis, but some people are at higher risk for sepsis.

  8. May 3, 2024 · Common signs of sepsis include fever, fast heart rate, rapid breathing, confusion and body pain. It can lead to septic shock, multiple organ failure and death. Sepsis is usually caused by bacterial infections but may be the result of other infections such as viruses, parasites or fungi.

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