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Skin or Tissue Death (Gangrene)

ID 3501

Gangrene is the decay of skin and body tissue, resulting from the death of skin cells. There are three types of gangrene, dry gangrene, wet gangrene, and gas gangrene. Skin becomes greenish black, and often emits a foul odour.

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