Your sister cut herself with a knife, and within a few days, she had a severe pus-producing infection of the hand. A day later, skin begins to come off, exposing muscle and other tissue below the skin.
Predict what caused the severity of this infection.

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The severity of the infection, characterized by pus production and the severe damage to tissues, suggests that the infectious agent produces exotoxins. Exotoxins are potent toxins secreted by bacteria that can cause extensive damage to the host's tissues and immune system.

Your Sister Cut Herself with a Knife, and Within a Few