Health & Environment

Common childhood infections that can progress to sepsis identified

Hindustan Times1h
THE BRIEF
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Dr. Sushil Singla, a paediatrician with over 28 years of experience, highlighted that common infections in children can escalate into life-threatening sepsis.

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Conditions flagged for close parental monitoring include pneumonia, urinary tract infections, meningitis, and severe gastrointestinal infections.

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Warning signs of worsening status include fast breathing, unusual lethargy, cold skin, or persistent high fever, particularly in vulnerable children under five.