10 Signs of Sepsis
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Sepsis Sign #4: Infection
Sepsis is caused by the body reacting in a severe manner to infection. With this in mind, for sepsis to occur, there would need to be an infection in the body first. Knowledge of an existing infection will often help a medical professional to come to a diagnose quickly. Further tests may also be undertaken to confirm the diagnosis.
Most people would be aware that they already have an infection, but this is not always the case. Infections are often visible through the presence of pus, but they can also lie within the body. A sore red patch that is hot to the touch can also be a sign that you have an infection.
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