What does flesh eating disease do to your skin?

Necrotizing fasciitis, also known as flesh-eating disease, is a rare but serious bacterial infection that spreads quickly in the body. It can affect anyone, but it is most common in people who have weakened immune systems.

The bacteria that cause necrotizing fasciitis can enter the body through a break in the skin, such as a cut, burn, or surgical wound. Once inside the body, the bacteria spread quickly through the fascia, which is the connective tissue that surrounds muscles, nerves, and blood vessels.

As the bacteria spread, they release toxins that destroy tissue and cause inflammation. This can lead to a number of symptoms, including:

* Severe pain

* Swelling

* Heat

* Redness

* Blisters

* Blackened skin

* Pus or drainage from the wound

Necrotizing fasciitis can spread very quickly, and it can be fatal if not treated promptly. If you have any of the symptoms of necrotizing fasciitis, see a doctor immediately.

Treatment for necrotizing fasciitis typically involves surgery to remove the infected tissue. Antibiotics may also be prescribed to kill the bacteria. In some cases, hyperbaric oxygen therapy may be used to help improve circulation and oxygen delivery to the affected area.

Necrotizing fasciitis is a serious infection, but it can be successfully treated if it is diagnosed and treated early.