Can A Sinus Infection Cause Sepsis
Definition Sepsis is a severe illness in which the bloodstream is overwhelmed by bacteria. Alternative Names Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) Causes, incidence, and risk factors Sepsis is caused by a bacterial infection that can begin anywhere in the body. Common places where an infection might start include: • The bowel (usually seen with peritonitis) • The kidneys (upper urinary tract infection) • The liver or the gall bladder • The lungs (bacterial…
