- Shock: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment - MedicineNet
Septic shock results from bacteria multiplying in the blood and releasing toxins Common causes of this are pneumonia, urinary tract infections, skin infections (), intra-abdominal infections (such as a ruptured appendix), and meningitis Anaphylactic shock is a type of severe hypersensitivity or allergic reaction Causes include allergy to insect stings, medicines, or foods (nuts, berries
- Shock: First aid - Mayo Clinic
Shock is a critical condition brought on by the sudden drop in blood flow through the body Shock may result from trauma, heatstroke, blood loss or an allergic reaction It also may result from severe infection, poisoning, severe burns or other causes Shock keeps organs from getting enough blood or oxygen
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