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Q: Can bacteria enter the skin if it is not broken?
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Why bacteria easier enter dry skin?

Dry skin can crack, allowing the bacteria to get below the surface of the skin.


When the skin is broken how does infection occur?

If the skin is open in any way, bacteria and other microbes can enter in to the body and cause infections. The skin is an important barrier against these. In spina bifida, any opening should be closed.


How can a cut in the skin lead to an infection?

The cut allows a passage way for bacteria to enter your body. The bacteria enter. The infection forms because of the bacteria.


How do micro organism that fungal infections enter the body?

A microorganism that can cause fungal infections can enter the body through means such as inhalation and broken skin.


Does chapped skin contain minute breaks that can allow bacteria and viruses to enter?

Yes


Is yogurt a good thing to put on a sunburn?

No, if the skin is broken it may contain harmful bacteria.


Can you get strep throat without being in contact with the bacteria?

No, there has to be some contact with the bacteria and it has to enter your body through mucous membranes or an interuption in your skin.


Can cats cause impetigo?

Impetigo is a bacteria. Normally healthy skin blocks its entry but any break in the skin allows the bacteria to enter. Cats do not cause impetigo, but they, like any other animal, can carry the bacteria.


What causes cellulitis infection?

Mostly people get cellulitis infection of dermis and subcutaneous tissues after minor skin trauma such as insect bites, cuts and burns. On this spot where skin was previously broken bacteria enters into human body causing this type of infection. I have this from a shot at the doctor's, too. It's shown by a spot of swollen, red, usually itchy and/or painful skin around a bite or break in the skin.


How does Pathogenic bacteria or viruses or fungi can enter the body through?

Broken or inflamed skin, such as a cut or a scratch. They also can enter through a bruise or a rash. Intact skin is an effective barrier to infection.The mouth (contaminated food, water, or fingers).The nose (Inhaling different types of dust or droplets from a cough or sneeze).The eyes or ears (less likely, but possible).


What is organic matter broken down into basic chemicals that then can be absorbed by plant roots?

It is broken down into chemicals called surlodesthat decompose and enter the ground has flakes of bacteria.


What would happen if the neck of the sterilized swan neck flask were broken?

The bacteria would enter and contaminate the highly nutritious solution