monilia disease
Definition
Noun: A fungal infection caused by fungi of the genus Monilia or Candida (especially Candida albicans). This term is an older, less specific name for what is now more precisely called a candidiasis or yeast infection.
Usage
The term "monilia disease" is used to describe an infection, typically affecting mucous membranes (like the mouth or vagina) or skin, characterized by overgrowth of these fungi. * The patient was diagnosed with monilia disease of the oral cavity. * Monilia disease can cause significant discomfort.
Advanced Usage
- The term is largely historical and has been replaced in most clinical and scientific contexts by more precise terminology like "candidiasis." You may encounter it in older medical texts.
Variants and Related Words
- Candidiasis (n): The modern, more accurate medical term for an infection caused by fungi.
- Thrush (n): A common name for oral candidiasis (monilia disease of the mouth).
- Yeast infection (n): A common, non-medical term often referring to vaginal candidiasis.
Synonyms
- Candidiasis
- Yeast infection (colloquial)
- Fungal infection (broader term)
Related Phrases/Idioms
- No specific idioms or phrasal verbs are commonly associated with this medical term.
Noun
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an infection caused by fungi of the genus Monilia or Candida (especially Candida albicans)
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