What is sepsis?

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What is sepsis?

Sepsis is the body's extreme reaction to an infection. When the immune response to an infection becomes widespread and dysregulated, it can cause inflammation throughout the body, leading to tissue damage, organ failure, or even death if not treated promptly. It’s not simply the infection itself (like a stomach flu), and it isn’t a mild rash or a heart condition—the problem is the dangerous systemic response to infection. Because sepsis can progress rapidly, it requires urgent medical care. Be alert for signs such as a very high or very low temperature, fast heartbeat or breathing, confusion or feeling very unwell, and signs of poor circulation like clammy skin. If you suspect sepsis, seek urgent medical help immediately.

Sepsis is the body's extreme reaction to an infection. When the immune response to an infection becomes widespread and dysregulated, it can cause inflammation throughout the body, leading to tissue damage, organ failure, or even death if not treated promptly. It’s not simply the infection itself (like a stomach flu), and it isn’t a mild rash or a heart condition—the problem is the dangerous systemic response to infection. Because sepsis can progress rapidly, it requires urgent medical care. Be alert for signs such as a very high or very low temperature, fast heartbeat or breathing, confusion or feeling very unwell, and signs of poor circulation like clammy skin. If you suspect sepsis, seek urgent medical help immediately.

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