Many infections, including bacterial, fungal and viral infections can lead to sepsis and septic shock.
Bacteria (clusters of light pink, surrounded by larger magenta blood cells) can cause deadly infections, but overreactive immune responses can deliver the lethal blow.
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At least 5,000 Australians die each year as a result of sepsis, more commonly known as blood poisoning.
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Former President George H.W. Bush was hospitalized for sepsis, which can be serious. Just what is this disease that accounts for one-third of all hospital deaths? A speed read explains the dangers.