Viraemia (Noun)
Meaning
The presence of a virus in the blood stream; "viremia spread the smallpox virus to the internal organs".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's viraemia was so severe that it caused multiple organ failure due to the rapid spread of the virus.
- Viraemia is a critical stage in the progression of many viral diseases, including HIV and Ebola.
- The presence of viraemia in the bloodstream can trigger a severe immune response, leading to inflammation and tissue damage.
- In some cases, viraemia can persist for months or even years, making it difficult to eradicate the virus from the body.
- The viraemia caused by the dengue virus can lead to severe complications, including hemorrhaging and organ failure.