Septic Shock Risk Factors

What are the risk factors that lead to this condition? Are you at risk of getting Septic Shock? Below you'll find information on each of the known risk factors for this condition.

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Septic Shock Risks


The following factors increase your chance of septic shock:

  • Age: newborns and people over age 50
  • Weakened immune system
  • Low white blood cell counts
  • Chronic diseases
  • Previous surgery


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