What Is Sepsis?

For more information about the symptoms of sepsis, please visit https://cle.clinic/3QTzrfC Sepsis is a life-threatening medical emergency that occurs when your body’s immune system causes extensive inflammation that leads to tissue damage, organ failure and eventual death. Sepsis can occur because of any chronic or persistent infection. It must be caught quickly to ensure someone’s survival. In this video, we cover how this process builds up quickly and what symptoms to watch out for. Chapters: 0:00 What is sepsis? 0:16 How serious is sepsis? 0:29 How does sepsis spread? 1:22 What are some common symptoms of sepsis? 1:54 When should you see a healthcare provider? The information in this video was accurate as of 4.25.2025 and is for information purposes only. Consult your local medical authority or your healthcare practitioner for advice. If you liked the video hit like and subscribe for more! #clevelandclinic #sepsis #sepsisawareness