Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Sepsis

Infection can trigger life-threatening sepsis, leading to shock and death if left untreated.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• The symptoms of sepsis may appear to be like other infectious processes; however, the condition often worsens quickly and is preceded by an infection, such as a wound in the skin, urinary tract infection or intestinal infection

• Symptoms may include high fever, reduced urine output as the kidneys shut down, rapid heartbeat and breathing, …