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9. Is there a vaccine for this condition?

The answer is yes and no, because of the various strains of bacteria that cause the condition, no one vaccine can work against all the strains. Scientists are now at work on group-A strep vaccine, but there could be complications that these bacteria group might cause, in particular, rheumatic fever. However, if they are successful, this more comprehensive vaccine can help some people suffering from flesh-eating bacteria.

Is there a vaccine for this condition?
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