Necrotizing Fasciitis Is

question 4

Multiple Choice

Necrotizing fasciitis is

• A)also called impetigo.
• B)possibly caused by antibodies to Group A streptococci that cross-react with body tissues.
• C)associated with strains of Streptococcus pyogenes producing destructive enzymes and toxins.
• D)typically a sequelae of streptococcal pharyngitis.
• E)not treatable with antimicrobic drugs.

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Definitions:

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Seventh Characters

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Subsequent Encounter

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