The bacteria that cause necrotizing fasciitis can enter the body following surgery or injury. They can also enter the body through: 1  minor cuts. 2  insect bites. 3  abrasions.
Gradual definition, taking place, changing, moving, etc., by small degrees or little by little: gradual improvement in health. See more.
Definition of trend. intransitive verb. 1a : to extend in a general direction : follow a general course mountain ranges trending north and southb : to veer in a new direction : bend a coastline that trends westward.