Sepsis is the body's extreme response to an infection. It is a life-threatening medical emergency. Any type of infection can lead to sepsis. This includes bacterial, viral or fungal infections. Infections that lead to sepsis most often start in the lung, urinary tract, skin, or gastrointestinal tract. The Sepsis acrostic is an easy and helpful way to remember some of the signs and symptoms. The Symptoms Of Sepsis: Shivering, fever or very cold feeling Extreme pain or discomfort Pale or discolored skin Sleepy, hard to wake up, confusion “I feel like I might die” Shortness of breath. Some people with sepsis will experience long-term physical and psychological problems. Post-Sepsis Syndrome Symptoms • Feeling lethargic or excessively tired • Muscle weakness • Swollen limbs • Joint pain • Chest pain • Breathlessness