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# Sepsis | |
## What is sepsis? | |
Sepsis is when an infection spreads to the bloodstream. It is | |
dangerous because it can lead to shock. If you suspect sepsis, get | |
medical help quickly and treat the person on the way. | |
Sepsis | |
## Signs of sepsis | |
* Fever or too low temperature | |
* Fast heart rate--pulse is more than 90 beats per minute | |
* Fast breathing--more than 20 breaths per minute | |
* Difficulty breathing | |
* Splotchy or pale skin | |
* Less urine | |
* Confusion or losing consciousness | |
* Low blood pressure | |
The most important signs are fever or too low temperature, fast heart | |
rate, and fast breathing. If the person has 2 or more of these | |
signs, treat for sepsis. | |
## Treatment | |
Get medical help. On the way: | |
* Watch for and treat any signs of shock. | |
* Give ceftriaxone, OR ciprofloxacin plus clindamycin. | |
* Clean any infected wounds, remove dead skin, and if you know how, | |
drain abscesses of pus. | |
* If the person is breathing well, give fluids to drink. Give | |
small sips frequently. | |
shock | |
antibiotics | |
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