👉 Sepsis is a medical emergency that occurs when the body's response to an infection or injury is compromised, leading to an increase in blood volume and pressure. This can cause severe symptoms such as fever, pain, swelling, and inflammation of tissues throughout the body, often accompanied by organ failure. The term "sepsis" comes from the Greek word "sepsis," which means "infection." It refers specifically to a condition characterized by an increase in blood volume and pressure within the