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UK//ˈsɛpsɪs//US//ˈsɛpsɪs//

Meaning of Sepsis

In simple words: A serious infection affecting the whole body.

Sepsis in a sentence

  • The patient was diagnosed with sepsis after showing signs of severe infection.
  • Sepsis can lead to organ failure if not treated immediately.
  • Doctors often monitor for sepsis in patients recovering from surgery.
  • Early recognition of sepsis is crucial for better patient outcomes.
  • Sepsis symptoms include fever, rapid heartbeat, and confusion.

How to use Sepsis

Used mainly in medical contexts. Not common in everyday conversation. Important in healthcare discussions and emergencies.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'sepsis' as a 'sick body' – an infection that spreads throughout.

Related words

Collocations with Sepsis

  • diagnose sepsis
  • treat sepsis
  • sepsis symptoms
  • severe sepsis
  • septic shock

Synonyms for Sepsis

  • blood poisoning
  • systemic infection
  • septicemia
  • infection
  • inflammatory response

Common mistakes with Sepsis

  • Confused with 'septic' which refers to infection but not specifically a systemic condition.
  • Used in casual contexts, which may trivialize its seriousness.
  • Misunderstood as a common illness instead of a critical condition.

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Frequently asked questions about Sepsis

What does Sepsis mean?

A serious infection affecting the whole body.

What is the definition of Sepsis?

A life-threatening condition caused by the body's response to infection.

How do you use Sepsis in a sentence?

The patient was diagnosed with sepsis after showing signs of severe infection.

Can you give another example of Sepsis?

Sepsis can lead to organ failure if not treated immediately.

What are synonyms for Sepsis?

Common alternatives include blood poisoning, systemic infection, septicemia, infection, inflammatory response.

What words go with Sepsis?

It commonly pairs with diagnose sepsis, treat sepsis, sepsis symptoms, severe sepsis, septic shock.

What are common mistakes when using Sepsis?

Confused with 'septic' which refers to infection but not specifically a systemic condition. Used in casual contexts, which may trivialize its seriousness. Misunderstood as a common illness instead of a critical condition.

How do you pronounce Sepsis?

US: //ˈsɛpsɪs//, UK: //ˈsɛpsɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Sepsis formal or informal?

"Sepsis" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Sepsis?

Used mainly in medical contexts. Not common in everyday conversation. Important in healthcare discussions and emergencies.