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SEPSIS
In Septic shock, there 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 can improve chances for survival.
Symptoms of sepsis are non specific and may vary from Children to Adults :
- Change in mental status
- Fast, shallow breathing
- Sweating for reason
- Feeling lightheaded
- Shivering
- Symptoms specific to the type of infection, such as painful urination from a urinary tract infection or bad cough from pneumonia.
Symptoms of septic shock :
- inability to stand up
- Extreme fatigue
- Big change in mental status, such as extreme confusion.
GO to the ER or see Your PCP ASAP!
Any infection could lead to sepsis. Get Evaluated if you have symptoms of sepsis or an infection or wound that is not getting better. Symptoms such as confusion or rapid breathing need Emergency Care.
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