Early Signs of Flesh Eating Bacteria
Flesh-eating bacteria, or necrotizing fasciitis, is an infection most commonly caused by Strep A bacteria. The infection destroys soft tissue at the subcutaneous level. Many of its symptoms begin within 24 hours.
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Trauma
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Flesh-eating bacteria usually starts with minor trauma to the skin, according to HealthierYou.com. This cut or abrasion might not appear infected.
Pain
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Some pain might be present near the injury site. The pain will not necessarily be at the injury site.
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Pulled Muscle Sensation
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Pain might feel like a pulled muscle at first, according to HealthierYou. The pain will feel worse than the injury warrants, and will increase.
Flu-Like Symptoms
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As the bacteria progresses, the patient will feel flu-like symptoms. These might include diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.
Dehydration
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Flesh-eating bacteria cause dehydration, so the patient will begin to feel an insatiable thirst.
Swelling
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The wounded part of the body might start swelling. A purple rash might accompany the swelling.
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