bacteriaemia
Definition
- Noun:
- The transient presence of bacteria (or other microorganisms) in the blood: A medical condition where bacteria are found in the bloodstream for a short period. It is often a sign of an infection that has spread from another site in the body.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The patient's fever and chills were symptoms of bacteriaemia.
- A blood culture confirmed the diagnosis of bacteriaemia.
- Bacteriaemia can sometimes lead to more serious conditions like sepsis if not treated promptly.
Advanced Usage
- Clinical Context: The term is primarily used in medical and clinical settings to describe a laboratory finding or a clinical state.
- The physician ordered antibiotics upon suspicion of bacteriaemia.
Variants and Related Words
- Bacteremia (noun): An alternative, more common spelling with the same meaning.
- Bacteremia is often asymptomatic.
- Septicemia (noun): A related but more severe condition involving the multiplication of bacteria in the blood and associated systemic illness.
- Fungemia (noun): The presence of fungi in the blood, analogous to bacteriaemia.
Synonyms
- Bloodstream infection (general term)
- Microbial invasion of the blood
Notes on Meaning
- Transient Nature: A key aspect of the definition is the or temporary presence of the microorganisms, distinguishing it from persistent blood infections.
- Not a Disease, but a Finding: Bacteriaemia itself is a sign or condition, not a specific disease. It indicates that bacteria have entered the bloodstream from a source like a urinary tract infection, pneumonia, or a wound.
Noun
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transient presence of bacteria (or other microorganisms) in the blood
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