What are the symptoms of sepsis?

The main symptoms of sepsis include: 1. Toxic blood symptoms: Often manifested as chills, high fever (typically remittent or intermittent fever), accompanied by general malaise, joint pain, headache, weakness, and significantly increased pulse and respiratory rate. 2. Gastrointestinal symptoms: May include nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension, and diarrhea. 3. Skin rash: Petechiae commonly appear on the trunk, limbs, oral mucosa, and conjunctiva of the eyes. 4. Joint damage:表现为 joint redness, swelling, pain, and limited mobility; sometimes accompanied by joint effusion or pus accumulation. 5. Hepatosplenomegaly: Usually mild enlargement; when complicated with toxic hepatitis or liver abscess, the liver becomes significantly enlarged with tenderness, and jaundice may occur. 6. Other symptoms: Severe cases may develop toxic encephalopathy, toxic myocarditis, intestinal paralysis, and infectious shock. Sepsis presents with diverse symptoms, and once related symptoms appear, prompt medical consultation is necessary for diagnosis and treatment.