The inner layer of the two main layers of the skin. The dermis has connective tissue, blood vessels, oil and sweat glands, nerves, hair follicles, and other structures. It is made up of a thin upper layer called the papillary dermis, and a thick lower layer called the reticular dermis. Epidermis.
Definition of fasciitis - inflammation of the fascia of a muscle or organ. Definition of fasciitis - inflammation of the fascia of a muscle or organ. dictionary
Necrotizing fasciitis is a type of soft tissue infection. It can destroy the tissue in your skin and muscles as well as subcutaneous tissue, which is the tissue beneath your skin. Necrotizing fasciitis is most commonly caused by an infection with group A Streptococcus, commonly known as âflesh-eating bacteria.â This is the fastest moving form of the infection.