The flesh eating bacteria infection is on the rise in Africa, Most especially the west Africa, If you have bacteria in the middle of your toes , It’s better you start looking for cure as early as possible, Yoruba call it (Jomi Jomi), Dont let that bacteria grow in you, Many re now getting this affected with this flesh eating bacteria in Lagos, The Necrotizing fasciitis (NECK-re-tie-zing FASH-e-i-tis) is a rare bacterial infection that spreads quickly in the body and can lead to death. Accurate diagnosis, rapid antibiotic treatment, and prompt surgery are important to stopping this infection. Unfortunately many or little don’t even know about this soft deadly bacteria, See a doctor right away if your skin becomes red, warm, swollen, or very painful soon after an injury, Scratching or surgery, Yes scratching , Sometimes the bacteria show face immediately after you scratch a particular spot on your skin, First the skin becomes red, swollen and later the swollen part will get burst and boom you re in for long term nursing, Report refer Flesh eating bacteria to a type of very rare but serious bacterial infection known scientifically as necrotizing fasciitis. Necrotizing fasciitis is an infection that starts in the tissues just below the skin and spreads along the flat layers of tissue (fascia) that separate different layers of soft tissue, such as muscle and fat. This dangerous and potentially deadly infection most commonly occurs in the arms, legs, and abdominal wall and is fatal in 30%-40% of cases. Bacteria eating infection at early stage

Bacteria eating infection at early stage
WHAT CAUSES FLESH-EATING DISEASE?

According to medicinenet, Necrotizing fasciitis may be caused by an infection with one or more than one bacterium, in most cases, the term flesh-eating bacteria has been applied to describe infections caused by the bacterium known as Streptococcus pyogenes. The term flesh-eating has been used because the bacterial infection produces toxins that destroy tissues such as muscles, skin, and fat. Streptococcus pyogenes is a member of the group A streptococci, a group of bacteria that are commonly responsible for mild sore throat(pharyngitis) and skin infections. Rarely, this form of strep bacterium causes severe illnesses such as toxic shock syndrome and necrotizing fasciitis. Most infections with group A streptococci result in mild illness and may not even produce symptoms, A combination of different bacteria may produce necrotizing fasciitis. In 2012, a case was reported of a young woman who suffered a zip-lining accident on a river in West Georgia. She contracted an infection with the bacteria Aeromonas hydrophila, which produced a necrotizing infection that resulted in the loss of a leg and part of her abdomen. Vibrio vulnificus is a type of bacteria found in brackish water that has caused necrotizing fasciitis in swimmers who have been in infected water with open wounds.

There are many types of bacteria that can cause the “flesh-eating disease” called necrotizing fasciitis. Public health experts believe group A Streptococcus (group A strep) are the most common cause of necrotizing fasciitis. This web page only focuses on necrotizing fasciitis caused by group A strep bacteria.

What are the early symptoms of flesh-eating disease?

According to Medicine Net, The early stage of necrotizing fasciitis is characterized by symptoms of redness, swelling, and pain in the affected area. Blisters may be seen in the involved area of skin. Fever, nausea and vomiting, and other flu-like symptoms are common. Another characteristic of necrotizing fasciitis is that the symptoms develop very rapidly, usually within 24 hours after a wound in the skin has allowed the bacteria to invade the tissues beneath the skin. The Pain is described as being more severe than would be expected from the appearance of the wound. Late symptoms can include death (gangrene) of affected areas with scaling, discoloration, or peeling of the skin. Amputation of affected extremities is sometimes necessary.

Many of the people who have developed necrotizing fasciitis have been in good health before developing the condition. People with chronic medical conditions (for example diabetes and cancer) or who have weakened immune systems are at an increased risk of developing necrotizing fasciitis. Recent wounds (including surgical incisions) and recent viral infections that cause a rashes (such as chickenpox may constitute an increased risk. Nevertheless, healthy people with strong immune systems have a very low risk of developing necrotizing fasciitis if they practice proper hygiene and wound care Necrotizing fasciitis is not highly contagious and is only rarely spread from person to person. Usually, infection occurs by the bacteria entering the body through open areas on the skin.

Necrotizing fasciitis is treated with antibiotics, and early treatment is critical. Hospitalization, usually with treatment in the intensive-care unit (ICU), is required. Surgery to remove infected fluids and tissue is almost always necessary, along with medications to treat shock and other potential complications.

Good hygiene practices are the best way to prevent a bacterial infection of the skin. Prevention of infection includes avoidance of swimming in pools or open water sources, or soaking in hot tubs, with open wounds or sores. Additionally, keeping open wounds covered with dry bandages until healed, washing hands often, and proper care of wounds and injuries, including scrapes, blisters and cuts can prevent necrotizing fasciitis. The bacteria most commonly enter the body through a break in the skin, including:

Cuts and scrapes
Burns
Insect bites
Puncture wounds (including those due to intravenous or IV drug use)
Surgical wounds
However, people can also get necrotizing fasciitis after an injury that does not break the skin (blunt trauma).

What’s in a Name?
Necrotizing means causing the death of tissues. Fasciitis means inflammation of the fascia (the tissue under the skin that surrounds muscles, nerves, fat, and blood vessels).
Symptoms Can Often Be Confusing and Develop Quickly
The infection often spreads very quickly. Early symptoms of necrotizing fasciitis can include:

A red, warm, or swollen area of skin that spreads quickly
Severe pain, including pain beyond the area of the skin that is red, warm, or swollen
Fever
See a doctor right away if you have these symptoms after an injury or surgery. Even though minor illnesses can cause symptoms like these, people should not delay getting medical care.

Later symptoms of necrotizing fasciitis can include:

Ulcers, blisters, or black spots on the skin
Changes in the color of the skin
Pus or oozing from the infected area
Dizziness
Fatigue (tiredness)
Diarrhea or nausea
NECROTIZING FASCIITIS IS RARELY CONTAGIOUS
Most cases of necrotizing fasciitis occur randomly. It is very rare for someone with necrotizing fasciitis to spread the infection to other people. For this reason, doctors usually do not give preventive antibiotics to close contacts of someone with necrotizing fasciitis.

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