Meaning Of The Word Superinfection

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What's The Definition Of Superinfection?

superinfection in American English
an additional infection occurring during the course of an existing infection, usually caused by opportunistic microorganisms resistant to the antimicrobial agents used in treating the first infection
noun: marked proliferation of a parasitic microorganism during antimicrobial treatment for another infection

superinfection in British English
noun: an infection that occurs after, or in addition to, an earlier infection

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