Meaning Of The Word Autoinfection

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What's The Definition Of Autoinfection?

autoinfection in American English
infection from a source within the organism itself, as from harmful bacteria previously present but not in contact with vulnerable areas
noun: reinfection by a pathogen that is already in the body

autoinfection in British English
noun: infection by a pathogenic agent already within the body or infection transferred from one part of the body to another

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