Sepsis primary prevention
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Priyamvada Singh, M.B.B.S. [2]
Synonyms and keywords: sepsis syndrome; septic shock; septicemia
Overview
Overview
Prevent infections that can lead to sepsis by cleaning scrapes and wounds and getting regular vaccination against infections that cause sepsis can help in the prevention of sepsis.[1]
Primary prevention
Primary prevention
According to CDC sepsis can be prevented by [1]
- Get vaccination against the flu, pneumonia, and any other infections that could lead to sepsis.
- Prevent infections that can lead to sepsis by:
- Cleaning scrapes and wounds
- Practicing proper hygiene (e.g., handwashing)
- Look for signs and symptoms of severe infection, like shivering, fever, or feeling very cold, extreme pain or discomfort, clammy or sweaty skin, confusion or disorientation, shortnes of breath, and tachycardia.
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