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     Six red flags for sepsis you should never ignore

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     UK lawmaker who lost four limbs to sepsis returns to Parliament

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     A UK lawmaker returns to work as 'the bionic MP' after losing his hands and feet to sepsis

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     Dylan Cope: Boy with sepsis had infection 'everywhere' - inquest

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     My limbs were amputated after sepsis, says MP Craig Mackinlay

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     Tory MP Craig Mackinlay lifts the lid on personal cost of sepsis fight

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   Why is sepsis a medical emergency?

   • Sepsis occurs when your immune system has a dangerous reaction to an infection. It causes extensive inflammation throughout your body that can lead to tissue damage, organ failure and even death. Many different kinds of infections can trigger sepsis, which is a medical emergency. The quicker you receive treatment, the better your outcome will be.

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   How does sepsis affect the body?

   • 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. When the damage is severe, it can lead to death. Early treatment of sepsis improves chances for survival.

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   What causes sepsis?

   • Some factors that increase the risk infection will lead to sepsis include: People over age 65. Infancy. People with lower immune response, such as those being treated for cancer or people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). People with chronic diseases, such as diabetes, kidney disease or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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   Feb 10, 2023 · Sepsis is a serious condition in which the body responds improperly to an infection, causing organ damage and sometimes death. Learn about the symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications and treatment of sepsis and septic shock.

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   Jan 19, 2023 · Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to an infection that causes inflammation, organ damage and blood clots. Learn how to recognize the signs, risk factors and treatments of sepsis, and how to prevent complications.

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   Sepsis is a potentially life-threatening condition that arises when the body's response to infection causes injury to its own tissues and organs. [4] [7] This initial stage of sepsis is followed by suppression of the immune system. [8] Common signs and symptoms include fever, increased heart rate, increased breathing rate, and confusion. [1]

   • Usual onset: May be rapid (less than three hours) or prolonged (several days)

   • Causes: Immune response triggered by an infection

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   Feb 8, 2023 · Sepsis is a life threatening illness caused by your body’s extreme response to an infection. Learn about the signs, stages, complications, and prevention of sepsis, and how it affects newborns, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems.

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   May 3, 2024 · Sepsis is a serious condition that happens when the body’s immune system has an extreme response to an infection. It can lead to organ failure and death, and is more common in low- and middle-income countries. Learn how to prevent, diagnose and treat sepsis, and how it affects the Sustainable Development Goals.

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   Feb 10, 2023 · Learn how doctors diagnose and treat sepsis, a life-threatening complication of infection. Find out about blood tests, imaging tests, medications, supportive care and surgery for sepsis.

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   Nov 13, 2023 · Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to an infection that can cause organ failure and death. Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sepsis from MedlinePlus, a trusted health information resource.