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Infection
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infection
a condition in which harmful germs, such as bacteria or viruses, invade the body and cause harm, leading to symptoms such as fever, pain, and swelling
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infection
moral corruption or contamination
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infection
(international law) illegality that taints or contaminates a ship or cargo rendering it liable to seizure
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infection
the communication of an attitude or emotional state among a number of people
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infection
an incident in which an infectious disease is transmitted
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infection
the act in which a disease-causing organism, such as a virus or parasite, causes a particular illness
What is an "infection"?
An infection is the process in which harmful bacteria, viruses, fungi, or other microorganisms invade and multiply in the body, causing illness or disease. This invasion can lead to various symptoms such as fever, inflammation, pain, and fatigue. Infections can spread through direct contact, contaminated food or water, or through the air. The body’s immune system typically responds to fight off the invading microorganisms, and treatments may include antibiotics, antivirals, or other medications to help eliminate the infection and ease symptoms.
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infection
(phonetics) the alteration of a speech sound under the influence of a neighboring sound
Exemple
Continuous wound irrigation prevents infections.
Careful daily routines prevent infections in pemphigus blisters.
Nurses monitor tracheostomy sites for infections.
Pneumonia can complicate a flu infection.
Individuals with cystic fibrosis often experience chronic lung infections due to the difficulty in clearing mucus from the airways.
