Necrotizing fasciitis
Necrotizing fasciitis is a serious but rare infection of the deeper layers of skin and subcutaneous tissues (fascia). Many types of bacteria can cause necrotizing fasciitis (eg. Group A streptococcus, Vibrio vulnificus, Clostridium perfringens, Bacteroides fragilis), of which Group A streptococcus is the most common cause.
External links
- Hoax: Bananas imported from Costa Rica cause necrotizing fasciitis (refutation or information available from: CDC and FDA, CDC, Snopes.com, CIAC HoaxBusters)
- National Necrotizing Fasciitis Foundation official website
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| ► | Other bacterial strains |
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