Sepsis Symptoms and Signs

• If a person has sepsis, they often will have fever. Sometimes, though, the body temperature may be normal or even low.
• The individual may also have chills and severe shaking.
• The heart may be beating very fast, and breathing may be rapid. Low blood pressure is often observed in septic patients.
• Confusion, disorientation, and agitation may be seen as well as dizziness and decreased urination.
• Some patients who have sepsis develop arash on their skin. The rash may be a reddish discoloration or small dark red dots seen throughout the body.
• Those with sepsis may also develop pain in the joints of the wrists, elbows, back, hips, knees, and ankles.

Source: http://www.emedicinehealth.com/sepsis_blood_infection/page4_em.htm#sepsis_symptoms_and_signs

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