Symptoms of SEPSIS

Sepsis is usually associated with fever and shaking chills. Overwhelming infection may at times be associated with normal or low temperatures. Either fever or low blood pressue will cause the heart to beat very rapidly. Similarly, breathing will be fast and at times, shallow. Confusion, disorientation, and agitation may be seen as well as dizziness and decreased urination. Certain types of infections are associated with the development of rashes. These may be a reddish discoloration or small dark red dots throughout the body. At times, you may also develop pain in the joints at your wrists, elbows, back, hips, knees, and ankles.