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The skin is the largest organ of the body. It has many different functions, including covering and protecting the body. This helps prevent microorganisms from the environment from entering the body. But when there is a break, cut or wound on the skin, microorganisms will enter through the wound and cause skin infection. This can also happen when the body's immune system is weakened due to other diseases or medications. Some skin infections will only cover a small area at the top of the skin. Some infections may penetrate deep into the body's skin or spread to larger areas.
