10 Signs of Sepsis
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Sepsis Sign #9: Very Low Blood Pressure
Our blood needs to be pumped at a certain pressure if it is able to circulate around the body. Otherwise, you will find that the body will have difficulty supplying oxygen and nutrients to the rest of the body. This can be a real problem and is something that should be treated as urgent.
Very low blood pressure, when associated with sepsis, is a sign that the patient has gone into septic shock. This is a very serious condition and the patient’s very life is highly at risk at this point. You should have no hesitation getting them straight to the nearest emergency room.
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