What Are the Treatments for Flesh-Eating Bacteria?
Necrotizing fasciitis, also known as flesh-eating bacteria, is caused by Streptococcus pyogenes as well as aerobic and anaerobic organisms. Streptococcus pyogenes produces toxins that destroy the skin and its underlying tissue in addition to muscle and fat. Streptococcus pyogenes causes widespread damage to subcutaneous tissue and blocks small vessels under the skin, leading to gangrene and tissue death. Immediate treatment is necessary to stop further damage and attempt to repair the damage that has already occurred.
