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coccidiomycosis

 

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Noun coccidiomycosis has 1 sense
  1. coccidioidomycosis, coccidiomycosis, valley fever, desert rheumatism - an infection of the lungs and skin characterized by excessive sputum and nodules
    --1 is a kind of fungal infection, mycosis

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Coccidiomycosis

Definition

Coccidiomycosis is a fungal infection caused by the inhalation of spores from the Coccidioides fungus. It primarily affects the lungs, but can also spread to other parts of the body.

Sense 1: Medical

Noun

Coccidiomycosis is a serious respiratory illness commonly found in arid regions such as the southwestern United States.

Example Sentence:

He was diagnosed with coccidiomycosis after exhibiting symptoms of fatigue, coughing, and chest pain.

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Sense 2: Local

Noun

Coccidiomycosis, also known as Valley fever, is endemic to certain regions with dry soil and high temperatures.

Example Sentence:

Living in Arizona, he was at a higher risk of contracting coccidiomycosis due to the prevalence of the Coccidioides fungus in the soil.

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