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Moniliasis (Noun)

Meaning

An infection caused by fungi of the genus Monilia or Candida (especially Candida albicans).

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The patient was diagnosed with moniliasis, a fungal infection that caused severe itching and redness in the affected area.
  • Moniliasis is a common infection in people with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing chemotherapy.
  • The doctor prescribed an antifungal medication to treat the moniliasis that had developed in the patient's mouth.
  • The warm and humid climate made it an ideal breeding ground for the fungus that caused moniliasis, leading to a high incidence of the infection in the region.
  • If left untreated, moniliasis can lead to serious complications, including the spread of the infection to other parts of the body.

Synonyms

  • Candidiasis
  • Monilia Disease

Hypernyms

  • Fungal Infection

Hyponyms

  • Thrush
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