Spotlight on Pediatric Sepsis: Know the symptoms

What are the symptoms of sepsis for kids? Is it an emergent illness? We will discuss the symptoms of pediatric sepsis, so you can help a child who might need prompt medical attention. Pediatric sepsis can be life threatening, know the symptoms so you can help a loved one, or someone you are caring for. Adult sepsis can be life threatening too, know the symptoms. Let's start with a discussion about what sepsis is, what the symptoms are and the need for prompt attention for the symptoms.
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The drug, Drotrecogin alfa (activated), for adult sepsis - Didn’t show change in mortality, Xigris didn’t show promise either. Both are off the market.
Treatment is with antibiotics, IV fluids, oxygen, and vasopressors, among others.