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   Sep·sis

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   • 1. a serious condition resulting from the presence of harmful microorganisms in the blood or other tissues and the body’s response to their presence, potentially leading to the malfunctioning of various organs, shock, and death.

   Word Origin late 19th century (in the sense ‘putrefaction’): modern Latin, from Greek sēpsis, from sēpein ‘make rotten’.

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2. www.who.int › news-room › fact-sheetsSepsis - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   May 3, 2024 · Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that happens when the body’s immune system has an extreme response to an infection, causing organ dysfunction (4). The body’s reaction causes damage to its own tissues and organs and it can lead to shock, multiple organ failure and sometimes death, especially if not recognized early and treated promptly.

3. www.sepsis.org › sepsis-basicsWhat Is Sepsis | Sepsis Alliance

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   Sepsis is a life-threatening emergency that happens when your body’s response to an infection damages vital organs and, often, causes death. In other words, it’s your body’s overactive and toxic response to an infection.

4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › SepsisSepsis - Wikipedia

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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. This initial stage of sepsis is followed by suppression of the immune system. Common signs and symptoms include fever, increased heart rate, increased breathing rate, and confusion.

5. www.healthline.com › health › sepsisSepsis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, Risks, and More - Healthline

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   Feb 8, 2023 · Sepsis is a life threatening illness caused by your body’s response to an infection. Sepsis occurs when your body’s immune system response gets out of control, triggering...

6. www.webmd.com › a-to-z-guides › sepsis-septicemia-blood-infectionSepsis Symptoms and Treatment - WebMD

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   Feb 1, 2024 · Sepsis is when your body has a severe response to an infection. During sepsis, your immune system, which normally defends you from germs, starts to attack your body's tissues.

7. www.cdc.gov › sepsisSepsis | CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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   Aug 24, 2023 · Print. What is Sepsis? Learn what sepsis is, if it is contagious, what causes sepsis, who is at risk, the signs and symptoms, and what you should do if you think you might have sepsis. Learn more. How is Sepsis Diagnosed and Treated? Find out how your healthcare professional diagnoses and treats sepsis. How Can I Get Ahead of Sepsis?

8. medlineplus.gov › sepsisSepsis: MedlinePlus

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   Nov 13, 2023 · What is sepsis? Sepsis is your body's overactive and extreme response to an infection. Sepsis is a life-threatening medical emergency. Without quick treatment, it can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and even death. What causes sepsis? Sepsis happens when an infection you already have triggers a chain reaction throughout your body.