This vulnerability is particularly concerning, as it allows small peripheral cuts or infections to become life threatening systemic infections.

这种状态对机体影响很大，因为即使机体很小的创口或感染也可成为威胁生命的全身感染。

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Skin is a barrier that maintains homeostasis and prevents microorganism invasion. Many local and systemic infections following trauma are often related to loss of skin barrier.

皮肤是维持内环境稳定和阻止微生物入侵的屏障，创伤后发生的许多局部及全身感染总是与丧失皮肤屏障有关。

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Prevention is key. "It is always best not to let infections including gum disease or dental carries get out of hand because there can be systemic effects," he says.

预防是关键。“不让包括龈疾病或牙疾病的感染处在控制之外总是最好的，因为这可能出现系统的影响，”他说。

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