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infection

[in-fek-shuhn] / ɪnˈfɛk ʃən /


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Methionine improved kidney filtration, showing that the kidneys may play a larger role than previously recognized in helping the body move from infection toward recovery.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Two days later, he developed symptoms consistent with E. coli infection, including nausea, vomiting, severe fatigue and bloody diarrhea.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

If confirmed, they would be the first infection cases outside Africa since the outbreak began in DR Congo.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

She underwent a further eight abdominal surgeries to remove the infection, but, months later, she noticed a lump developing in her stomach, which was later confirmed to be a hernia.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The digits of pi will take over like an infection.

From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty




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