Why Are Cancer Patients at a Higher Risk of Sepsis?
Cancer patients are at a higher risk for sepsis due to several factors. Firstly, the cancer itself can weaken the immune system, making it easier for infections to take hold. Secondly, treatments like chemotherapy and radiation therapy can further compromise immune function by reducing the number of white blood cells that fight infection. Additionally, surgeries and invasive procedures associated with cancer treatment increase the risk of infection.
