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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. The bacteria most commonly enter the body through a break in the skin. Different breaks in the skin can include: 🔬 Cuts and scrapes 🔬Burns 🔬Insect bites 🔬Puncture wounds (including those due to intravenous [IV] drug use) 🔬Surgical wounds However, people can also get necrotizing fasciitis after blunt trauma (an injury that does not break the skin). #forensicpathology #forensics #biology #medical #medicalexaminer #death #pathology

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