sepsis

He went on to make fraudulent claims from two insurance firms, lying that the injuries to his legs were the result of sepsis and not self-inflicted.

He was treated for suspected sepsis before he was told by surgeons that he should have his legs amputated and he was operated on.

Martha Mills, died at King's College Hospital in London after developing sepsis.

As the baby's temperature continued to rise, doctors first considered sepsis, then meningitis, before she then developed a rash and a consultant found distinctive white spots in her mouth.

In many cases the bacteria do no harm, but some can lead to serious issues, including bloodstream infections or sepsis.