Septic shock is a condition in which blood pressure falls
dangerously. It may occur in patients with serious infections.
Very low blood pressure will slow blood flow. Organ failure may
occur if the blood flow is too low. Septic shock is caused by
sepsis. Sepsis can be triggered by many different kinds of
infections including: - Fungal infections The following factors
increase your chance of septic shock: - Age: newborns and people
over age 50 - Weakened immune system - Low white blood cell
counts - Chronic diseases - Previous surgery If you experience
any of these do not assume it is due to septic shock. These
symptoms may be caused by other, less serious health conditions.
If you experience any one of them, see your doctor. - Reduced
alertness - Irregular blood pressure - Fever, which may be
followed by a drop in body temperature - Warm, flushed skin -
Rapid, pounding heartbeat - Rapid breathing - Reduced urination
- Kidney failure - Lung failure - Heart failure - Blood clots
Your doctor will ask about your