How to Treat Sepsis?
Medical Treatment:
Sepsis treatment may involve:
- Taking antibiotics
- Giving oxygen if levels are low
- Giving fluids intravenously
- Sepsis treatment depends on the site and initial infection, organs affected and the extent of any damage
- Severe sepsis and septic shock are needed medical emergencies
- Need to be treated if a source of the infection can be identified such as an abscess or infected wound