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An infected wound is one where bacteria (germs) have moved from the skin into the wound. Because bacteria use the nutrients (materials) your skin, muscle and bone need to grow, these tissues die. People with wounds are more likely to get infections because the skin is open and cannot keep out harmful bacteria.
