The Most Common Flesh-Eating Bacterial Species Is

Question

The most common flesh-eating bacterial species is:
A)Staphylococcus
B)Streptococcus
C)Pseudomonas
D)Propionibacterium

Accepted Answer

Streptococcus (specifically group A Streptococcus) is the most common bacterial species that causes necrotizing fasciitis, also known as flesh-eating disease. This is a severe infection that destroys skin, muscle, and other soft tissues. While other bacterial species may cause similar infections, Streptococcus is the most frequently reported cause of flesh-eating disease.