What Is a Sepsis Infection?
7. Who’s At Risk
Anybody can develop sepsis, but some people are more prone to the condition that others. Those in the highest risk categories include those that are very old or very young. Patients that have cirrhosis or diabetes are also in a higher risk category, as are people that have a weakened immune system.
Other potential causes include the patient having devices such as breathing tubes inserted into their body. People with serious injuries are also in a higher risk bracket, as are people that are already seriously ill. Not only are these people more likely to develop sepsis, but there is also a higher chance that the condition will be serious.
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