Septicemia

Septicemia is caused due to a bacterial infection affecting the blood. Lung infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, and infections affecting the intestine can cause septicemia. Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli are infective organisms that cause septicemia. The body gives an immune response to infection leading to septic shock in severe cases. Septicemia is a medical emergency, and it needs to be treated immediately. It is treated by taking antibiotics and intravenous fluids. It can cause tissue damage, organ failure, and death in untreated cases.