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Opportunistic Bacteria
Description:
Opportunistic bacteria are microorganisms that do not typically cause infection or harm in a healthy individual but can become pathogenic and cause diseases under certain circumstances. These bacteria take advantage of weakened immune systems, damaged tissues, or other favorable conditions to thrive and cause infections.
Sample Sentences:
- The patient's compromised immune system allowed opportunistic bacteria to infect their lungs.
- After the surgery, the wound became susceptible to opportunistic bacterial infection.
- Opportunistic bacteria commonly colonize in hospital environments and pose a risk to vulnerable patients.
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