How Do You Spell SEPSIS?

Pronunciation: [sˈɛpsɪs] (IPA)

Sepsis is a medical condition caused by a severe infection in the body. Its spelling may seem difficult due to its consecutive consonants, but it is quite simple phonetically. The word 'sepsis' is pronounced as /ˈsɛpsɪs/ with stress on the first syllable. The IPA transcription of 'sepsis' comprises five sounds starting with a voiceless alveolar fricative consonant 's', followed by a phonetic vowel 'ɛ', a voiceless bilabial stop consonant 'p', an unvoiced postalveolar fricative consonant 's' and a short 'ɪ' sound.

SEPSIS Meaning and Definition

  1. Sepsis is a serious medical condition characterized by a systemic inflammatory response to an infection. It is a life-threatening condition that can occur when the body's immune system responds to an infection by releasing chemicals into the bloodstream, triggering widespread inflammation throughout the body. This excessive immune response can lead to organ dysfunction or failure, and in severe cases, it can be fatal.

    Sepsis can be caused by various types of infections, such as bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, and it can affect people of all ages, although it is more common in individuals with weakened immune systems, the elderly, or those with chronic illnesses. The infection may originate from any part of the body, from a localized infection like a urinary tract infection or pneumonia, to a more severe infection like an abdominal infection or bloodstream infection.

    Symptoms of sepsis may include fever, rapid heart rate, rapid breathing, confusion, decreased urine output, low blood pressure, and overall general malaise. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for improving outcomes, as sepsis can progress rapidly.

    Treatment for sepsis typically involves addressing the underlying infection with appropriate antibiotics or antiviral medications, providing intravenous fluids to maintain blood pressure and hydration, and supporting vital organ function. In severe cases, intensive care and organ support, such as mechanical ventilation or dialysis, may be necessary. Timely medical intervention can significantly increase the chance of survival for individuals with sepsis.

  2. The presence of various pus-forming and other pathogenic organisms, or their toxins, in the blood or tissues; septicemia.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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Etymology of SEPSIS

The word "sepsis" comes from the Greek word "sepsis" (σηπτικός), which means "putrefaction" or "decay". It is derived from the verb "sepo" (σῆπω), meaning "to putrefy" or "to rot". The term was first used in the medical sense to describe a severe infection or blood poisoning in the mid-19th century.

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