how does group a strep cause necrotizing fasciitis
[ Necrotizing fasciitis can be caused by different kind of bacteria and are divided into three types. Type 1 polymicrobial Type 2 or group A streptococcal; Type 3 gas gangrene [2] The most common cause is Group A streptococcus, also called 'GAS' that usually causes strep throat. This group of bacteria multiplies rapidly in the body, progressing quickly throughout the it. Other groups of bacteria that can cause Necrotizing Fasciitis are Staphylococcus aureus, Vicrio vulnificus, Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroudes fragilis.[1]