Sepsis, also referred to as blood poisoning, is a potentially life-threatening condition that arises when the body's dysregulated response to infection causes injury to its own tissues and organs. This initial stage of sepsis is followed by dysregulation of the immune system.
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Sepsis (also referred to as blood poisoning) is a potentially life-threatening condition that arises when the body's dysregulated response to infection causes injury to its own tissues and organs.
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