I am a writer working on a novel

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The discussion revolves around the topic of necrosis of the epidermis, specifically seeking information on diseases that can cause such necrosis and the potential for vaccination against these diseases. The scope includes medical research and the plausibility of scientific concepts for a novel.

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  • One participant inquires about known diseases that cause necrosis of the epidermis, expressing difficulty in finding relevant information through general searches.
  • Another participant suggests necrotizing fasciitis as a condition that starts with a wound in the epidermis and can lead to necrosis.
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) are proposed by a participant as additional conditions that may cause epidermal necrosis.
  • A participant mentions a specific case involving Group A Streptococcus, which caused necrosis in a TV show scenario, noting the lack of verification of the information.
  • There is a suggestion to search for "epidermal necrosis" for more information, indicating that further research may yield useful results.

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Participants present multiple potential diseases related to epidermal necrosis, but there is no consensus on a definitive list or a singular focus. The discussion remains open with various suggestions and inquiries.

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Participants express uncertainty regarding the completeness of their knowledge and the reliability of sources, particularly in relation to anecdotal evidence from media. There is a noted dependence on definitions of necrosis and the specific diseases mentioned.

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PForums,

I am a writer working on a novel and as part of my job is to research the science behind any idea, I have to make sure is it plausible in real life.

So, my question is in regard to Necrosis of the Epidermis. Is there any known diseases that can cause necrosis on the Epidermis (outer layer of skin)? I did a Google Search for " Necrosis Diseases", and it, mostly just brings up 'Avascular Necrosis' and 'necrosis in regard to plants;' not quite what I'm looking for.

Also if you knew what was causing the Necrosis of a type of disease would it be possible to create a vaccination to counter act the necrosis if the person should come into contact with the disease?

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Kage Kazumi
 
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Have you done any research on necrotizing fasciitis? The condition can attack all kinds of underlying tissues, but generally starts with a wound in the epidermis, AFAIK.
 


Well, how about Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN)?
 


Googling "epidermal necrosis" brings up a bunch of info, give that a try.
 


turbo said:
Have you done any research on necrotizing fasciitis? The condition can attack all kinds of underlying tissues, but generally starts with a wound in the epidermis, AFAIK.

Well I am looking for actual disease list. I know of a female victim (TV show; see below) who was using a rusted razor and cut herself. The racer had a bacteria on it called "Group A Streptococcus" that caused necrosis. According to reports the lady died due to not getting treatment in time. This information of course came from a TV show; "1,000 Ways to Die," so I make no claim that it is fact ( http://www.spike.com/video-clips/pph8l1/1000-ways-to-die-face-offed" ). She was infected with a bacteria called "Group A Streptococcus."

Ryan_m_b said:
Googling "epidermal necrosis" brings up a bunch of info, give that a try.

Alright.

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Monique said:
Well, how about Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN)?

I'll look into it.

v/Respectfully,
Kage Kazumi
 
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