Staphylococcal Infection (Noun)
Meaning
An infection with staphylococcus bacteria; usually marked by abscess formation.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The doctor suspected that the patient had a staphylococcal infection due to the presence of pus and swelling near the wound.
- Untreated cuts and scrapes can lead to a staphylococcal infection if they come into contact with the bacteria.
- The staphylococcal infection had spread throughout her skin, causing painful boils and redness.
- Symptoms of a staphylococcal infection can range from mild skin irritation to life-threatening conditions.
- The nurse took strict precautions to avoid contracting the staphylococcal infection while caring for the patient.