7. Confusion or Inability to Think Clearly or Delirium
Another symptom of a blood infection is confusion, the inability to either think clearly, or delirium. While this is a symptom that tends to be more common in the elderly, no matter how old someone is, it’s still one sign that something is wrong and that sepsis has already set in. Confusion or disorientation is a sign of many different conditions, especially in older folk, so septicemia isn’t the first medical issue that most medical professionals think of when a patient comes in confused or perplexed. While experts are still not sure exactly why this is a symptom of the disease, some think that it’s because of the lack of proper circulation throughout the body, leading to an inadequate amount of oxygen in the brain and other vital organs in the body. As with any other symptom on this list, it’s important to seek out proper medical attention as soon as possible.
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