White Pox (Noun)
Meaning
A mild form of smallpox caused by a less virulent form of the virus.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- White pox was considered a less severe and less contagious version of smallpox, with fewer fatalities reported among those infected.
- The less virulent strain of the virus led to the development of white pox, which had distinct symptoms from the more severe form of smallpox.
- Historical records indicate that white pox was prevalent in certain regions, often coexisting with the more severe form of smallpox.
- Researchers have studied the differences between white pox and smallpox to better understand the behavior of the virus and its various strains.
- White pox was often confused with other skin conditions due to its milder symptoms, making diagnosis challenging in some cases.
Synonyms
- Pseudovariola
- Milk Pox
- Kaffir Pox
- Variola Minor
- Cuban Itch
- Alastrim
- West Indian Smallpox
- Pseudosmallpox