Infectious
Sepsis
Life-threatening organ dysfunction from dysregulated infection response.
Overview
Life-threatening organ dysfunction from dysregulated infection response.
Also known as: septicaemia, septic shock, blood poisoning
In-depth guidance
A structured clinical overview of Sepsis — symptoms, red flags, causes, and care pathways — is being prepared by our clinical reviewers. In the meantime:
⚠ When to seek urgent care
Sudden severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, chest pain, confusion, fainting, severe bleeding, or any rapidly worsening illness need urgent assessment. Call your local emergency number.