Flesh Eating Disease; How To Know If You Have Necrotizing Fasciitis

Early Treatment Is Critical

Due to the rapid progression of necrotizing fasciitis as well as how deadly the infection can become, early treatment is critical. Thus, patients with a wound - whether a cut or other injury or from surgery - who exhibit early symptoms should consult a doctor as soon as possible. It is better to be safe than sorry!

Though early treatment is critical, an accurate diagnosis may not come right away. Since necrotizing fasciitis is rare, doctors will often eliminate other possibilities first. The good news, however, is the patient will already be in the presence of a doctor when they reach the final diagnosis, so treatment can then begin immediately.

What does treatment for necrotizing fasciitis entail? Continue reading to find out.