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
General Discussion. Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is a rare infection that means decaying infection of the fascia, which is the soft tissue that is part of the connective tissue system that runs throughout the body. NF is caused by one or more bacteria that attacks the skin, the tissue just beneath the skin (subcutaneous tissue), and the fascia causing these tissues to die (necrosis).