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  1. Noma is a type of gangrene that destroys mucous membranes of the mouth and other tissues. It ... The exact cause is unknown, but noma may be due to a certain kind of bacteria. This disorder most often occurs in young, severely malnourished children from ages 2 ...
  2. Bacterial Infections (National Library of Medicine)  
    What are bacteria? Bacteria are tiny organisms (living things) that have only one cell. Under a microscope, they look like balls, rods, or spirals. They ...