Necrotizing Fasciitis

(Flesh-Eating Disease)

 

Necrotizing Fasciitis, also known as "Flesh-Eating Disease", is a severe and rapidly-progressing bacterial infection.  The condition spreads quickly along soft-tissue planes and rapid treatment is essential if one wishes to avoid severe damage to soft tissues, amputation or even death. 

 

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