Necrotizing skin infections are severe forms of cellulitis (a spreading bacterial infection of the skin). This type of infection is characterized by death of infected skin and tissues (necrosis). Which of the following groups is particularly susceptible to developing necrotizing skin infections?
People with diabetes
People with eczema (atopic dermatitis), a skin condition that causes a rash and makes skin itchy, red, scaly, and dry
People with severe pollen and grass allergies
Young children who play outdoors
