Gas gangrene is rare in the United States. The condition is most often caused by a bacteria called Clostridium perfringens.However, it also can be caused by Group A streptococcus. Staphylococcus aureus and Vibrio vulnificus can cause similar infections.
Clostridium perfringens is the most common bacteria that causes gas gangrene. Other bacteria that can contribute to gangrene include Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus species.
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common cause of gangrene in fingers. It results from narrowed arteries leading to reduced blood flow to the extremities, which can cause tissue damage and lead to gangrene. Other conditions such as diabetes and frostbite can also result in gangrene in fingers.
Gas Gangrene is in the air if not on your body
No. Gangrene is the name of a disease.
Peripheral vascular disease is a progressive disease that can lead to gangrene of the affected area
http://health.lifestyle.yahoo.ca/condition_info_details.asp?disease_id=160&relation_id=21697#Symptoms
what does gangrene look like? is it a dangerous disease to get over? how likely is it to get gangrene???
The scientific name for gas gangrene is Clostridial myonecrosis, caused by Clostridium bacteria.
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Gas gangrene is a rare but serious infection caused by bacteria that produce toxins leading to tissue destruction. The number of victims of gas gangrene can vary annually and by region, but it is generally low due to the availability of antibiotics for treatment. Early diagnosis and prompt medical intervention are crucial in reducing mortality rates associated with gas gangrene.