This document discusses sepsis and septic shock. Sepsis is a life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated response to infection, while septic shock involves persistent hypotension and elevated lactate levels despite fluid resuscitation. Risk factors include diabetes, cirrhosis and leukopenia. Treatment involves restoring perfusion with fluids and vasopressors, administering broad-spectrum antibiotics, controlling the infection source, and providing supportive care such as glucose control and corticosteroids. Early recognition and treatment are key to improved survival outcomes.