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“Flesh-Eating Bacteria” on the Rise in 2024: What You Need to Know

Christabel EgbeamabyChristabel Egbeama
June 17, 2024
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“Flesh-Eating Bacteria” on the Rise in 2024: What You Need to Know
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There is an increase in the spread of tissue-damaging bacteria, notably in the Japan region. Tissue-damaging bacteria are those that harm the body’s tissues and cells. This bacteria is classified into several types, but Group A Streptococcus (GAS) is particularly responsible for this alarming upsurge. This bacterium is renowned for causing mild throat infections as well as severe cases such as necrotizing fasciitis, popularly known as “flesh-eating disease”.

Just like a wildfire devouring a dry forest, necrotizing fasciitis rapidly destroys the body’s soft tissues such as skin, and fat covers the muscles. In this article, we’ll look at everything you need to know about the spread of Group A Streptococcus bacteria.

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  • How Does Group A Streptococcus (GAS) Bacteria Spread?
  • How Does Group A Streptococcus (GAS) Bacteria Damage The Tissue?
  • Key Symptoms of Group A Streptococcus (GAS)
  • Who Is At Risk of Getting Infected by Group A Streptococcus (GAS) Bacteria?
  • Can This Tissue-damaging Bacteria Lead To Death?
  • Prevention and Management Tips
  • Conclusion

How Does Group A Streptococcus (GAS) Bacteria Spread?

Naturally, some people carry Group A Streptococcus (GAS) bacteria. They can carry this bacteria in their throat or on the surface of their skin without exhibiting any symptoms. Some people may become carriers briefly, while others may never carry the bacteria. As carriers of GAS bacteria, this allows them to spread the bacteria to others, even if they show no signs of disease.

GAS bacteria can enter the body and cause infections in a variety of ways, the most common being by respiratory droplets such as coughing, sneezing, or talking. When a carrier of GAS bacteria coughs, sneezes, or talks, the bacteria are released into the air, where they are inhaled by others and transmitted to their respiratory system and throat.

Moreover, cuts, scrapes, burns, and other skin breaks can spread the GAS bacteria to a person. This GAS bacteria can penetrate a wound and infected bodily tissue if a person comes into close touch with an infected person or their belongings. This can lead to a severe case of necrotizing fasciitis. Places where people are in close proximity, such as schools, daycare centers, and crowded housing, have a higher chance of spreading GAS.

How Does Group A Streptococcus (GAS) Bacteria Damage The Tissue?

GAS bacteria cause tissue damage in the body by producing toxins and enzymes. GAS bacteria create toxins, which are harmful substances. The role of these toxins is to attack and destroy cells in the body, including skin, muscle, immune, the epithelial and throat cells. Along with the toxins, the bacteria produce enzymes that tear down surrounding tissues, allowing the bacteria to travel deeper into the body.

However, the body does not simply sit still; instead, the immune system responds by creating inflammation. That is why the affected regions are generally red and swollen; this is the body’s attempt to fight back. Toxins and enzymes continue to destroy healthy tissues as they travel throughout the body. This causes necrosis, which is the death of body tissues and cells.

Key Symptoms of Group A Streptococcus (GAS)

  • Rapid swelling of affected areas
  • Intense pain
  • Redness and sometimes warmth
  • High fever
  • Blisters or pus-filled wounds
  • Fatigue

Who Is At Risk of Getting Infected by Group A Streptococcus (GAS) Bacteria?

People who are susceptible to tissue-damaging complications such as necrotizing fasciitis include older adults over the age of 65 with a weakened immune system, children under the age of one whose immune system is still developing, and people with medical conditions such as cancer and diabetes that can weaken the immune system.

Can This Tissue-damaging Bacteria Lead To Death?

Although some infections caused by Group A Streptococcus (GAS) bacteria, such as strep throat or impetigo, are not dangerous, others can be fatal. These life-threatening diseases include necrotizing fasciitis, streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS), bacteremia, and severe pneumonia.

Prevention and Management Tips

  • Wash your hands regularly, especially after coughing or sneezing.
  • Be sure to clean and cover all scrapes, cuts and wounds until they heal.
  • Avoid close contact with an infected person.
  • Cover your nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing.
  • Wear a nose mask if you have to be in a crowded place.
  • Disinfect surfaces that are commonly touched like the doorknobs, countertops, tables, light switches, etc., to reduce bacteria spread.

Conclusion

There is an increase in the spread of tissue-damaging bacteria, notably in the Japan region called Group A Streptococcus (GAS). Some people may become carriers briefly, while others may never carry the bacteria. As carriers of GAS bacteria, this allows them to spread the bacteria to others, even if they show no signs of disease.

Furthermore, GAS bacteria cause tissue damage in the body by producing toxins and enzymes. Rapid swelling of affected areas, intense pain, high fever, redness and sometimes warmth are symptoms caused by Group A Streptococcus (GAS). Although some infections caused by Group A Streptococcus (GAS) bacteria, such as strep throat or impetigo, are not dangerous, others can be fatal.

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Christabel Egbeama

Christabel Egbeama

Christabel Egbeama is a health writer and aspiring consultant engineer who recently completed her bachelor's degree in civil engineering. Her passion for safety in the construction industry led her to delve into public health writing. Having undergone training in health, safety, and environment, Christabel has established a foundation rich in comprehending the broader spectrum of health and its benefits for individuals across various ages and professions. She now produces compelling holistic health articles aimed at guiding individuals towards informed decisions for a healthier tomorrow, encouraging lifestyle modifications.

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