Understanding Sepsis: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment

Sepsis develops when your body's extreme response to an infection causes organ damage. When a person is septic, the body releases chemicals into the blood that trigger widespread inflammation, which can impair blood flow and lead to tissue damage, organ failure, or death.

Even though this serious condition affects millions each year, many people may not recognize the symptoms of sepsis until it's too late. During Sepsis Awareness Month, recognized each September, our Tower Health staff is committed to sharing vital information about the signs of sepsis and how it's treated.

Test your knowledge. Take our sepsis quiz below.