infection
Description
The invasion by and multiplication of organisms that cause disease (such as viruses, bacteria, yeast or fungi) in the body. Symptoms depend on where the infection occurs in the body and may include fever, inflammation and other problems.
An infection that occurs because of a weakened immune system is referred to as an opportunistic infection.
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