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Sepsis

Sepsis is a serious condition which can lead to septic shock, organ failure and even death if not diagnosed and treated early. Find out more here.

Invasive staph infections

Invasive staphylococcus infections (golden staph) are less common than other staph infections but usually more serious. Learn about staph infections.

Bacterial infections

Bacterial infections can affect many parts of your body. Find out about bacterial infections, how they are treated and how to stop them spreading.

Necrotising fasciitis

Necrotising fasciitis is a serious bacterial infection that spreads quickly through the body. Learn why early diagnosis and wound care are crucial.

Peritonitis

Peritonitis is a severe infection causing intense pain, fever and a hard abdomen. It requires immediate hospital treatment, often in ICU.

Meningococcal disease

Meningococcal disease is a serious infection that can develop very quickly – find out about the symptoms and when to get medical attention.

Shock

Shock is when not enough blood circulates around the body to deliver oxygen to your organs. It can be fatal. Learn how to help someone with shock.

Symptoms of serious illness in babies and children

If your child has a serious illness, it's important to get medical attention quickly. Learn how to recognise the symptoms and what to do.

Parechovirus

Parechovirus is a type of virus that can cause mild or serious illness, especially in babies and children. Learn when you need urgent medical help.

Melioidosis

Melioidosis is a disease caused by bacterium, which can be life-threatening. If you have melioidosis, you must get treated quickly.

Anthrax

Anthrax is rare in Australia. It is a serious bacterial infection you can catch from contact with infected animals or animal products.

Pneumococcal disease

Pneumococcal disease is a bacterial infection that is easily spread. Read more about pneumococcal symptoms, treatment and vaccination here.

Chronic wounds

Chronic wounds take a long time to heal. They can be painful and may cause serious complications. Read about why they happen and how to treat them.

Cellulitis

Cellulitis is an infection of your skin and the tissues directly beneath it. It often affects your lower leg but can occur in any part of your body.

Disorientation

Disorientation is what you experience when you are confused about the time, where you are or even who you are. It is often a symptom of dementia.

Osteomyelitis

Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. Read about symptoms, causes and treatment of osteomyelitis, and how you can prevent permanent bone damage.

Cystitis

Cystitis is inflammation of the bladder. Find out about the symptoms and treatment for this common condition.

What to expect in a hospital intensive care unit (ICU)

The intensive care unit (ICU) provides 24-hour care from a highly-trained team of specialists. Learn more about what to expect from the ICU.

Group A streptococcal infection

Group A streptococcal (GAS) infection is a bacterial infection. Find out about the symptoms and treatment for GAS infection, and how to prevent it.

Group B streptococcal infection

Group B streptococcal (GBS) infection is a bacterial infection. Find out about prevention, symptoms and treatment, including in babies and pregnancy.

Elective splenectomy

An elective splenectomy is usually recommended for certain problems with your blood and to remove the life-threatening risk of your spleen rupturing.

Hip pain

Hip pain is very common. Learn more about the signs, symptoms, and treatments for hip pain and when to seek medical attention.

Frostbite

Frostbite develops when your skin freezes after exposure to very low temperatures. See how to reduce the risk of frostbite if you prepare properly.

Cholecystitis (gallbladder inflammation)

Cholecystitis is inflammation of your gallbladder, usually caused by gallstones. Cholecystitis can be very painful and needs hospital treatment.

Lightheadedness

Lightheadedness or feeling woozy is when you feel like fainting or passing out. Know when to see your doctor and how to manage lightheadedness.

Diverticular disease - diverticulitis and diverticulosis

Diverticular disease, including diverticulitis, is linked to a low-fibre diet. Read about the causes, symptoms and treatment for diverticular disease.

Urinary tract infection (UTI)

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect males and females differently. Read about UTI symptoms, treatment and prevention, and when to get medical help.

Endocarditis

Endocarditis is an infection of the inner lining of the heart. A quick diagnosis is vital. Find out about the risks and symptoms of endocarditis here.

Low blood pressure (hypotension)

Low blood pressure (hypotension) can have serious causes, and can also be caused by medicines and dehydration. Read about the symptoms and treatments.

Meningitis

Meningitis can be a life-threatening illness requiring urgent medical treatment. Learn more about meningitis, including the common symptoms.

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Search results for: "Sepsis"

Life stage

Sepsis

Invasive staph infections

Bacterial infections

Necrotising fasciitis

Peritonitis

Meningococcal disease

Shock

Symptoms of serious illness in babies and children

Parechovirus

Melioidosis

Anthrax

Pneumococcal disease

Chronic wounds

Cellulitis

Disorientation

Osteomyelitis

Cystitis

What to expect in a hospital intensive care unit (ICU)

Group A streptococcal infection

Group B streptococcal infection

Elective splenectomy

Hip pain

Frostbite

Cholecystitis (gallbladder inflammation)

Lightheadedness

Diverticular disease - diverticulitis and diverticulosis

Urinary tract infection (UTI)

Endocarditis

Low blood pressure (hypotension)

Meningitis

Life stage

Sepsis

Invasive staph infections

Bacterial infections

Necrotising fasciitis

Peritonitis

Meningococcal disease

Shock

Symptoms of serious illness in babies and children

Parechovirus

Melioidosis

Anthrax

Pneumococcal disease

Chronic wounds

Cellulitis

Disorientation

Osteomyelitis

Cystitis

What to expect in a hospital intensive care unit (ICU)

Group A streptococcal infection

Group B streptococcal infection

Elective splenectomy

Hip pain

Frostbite

Cholecystitis (gallbladder inflammation)

Lightheadedness

Diverticular disease - diverticulitis and diverticulosis

Urinary tract infection (UTI)

Endocarditis

Low blood pressure (hypotension)

Meningitis

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