Streptococcus

usgb/ˌstreptəˈkɑːkəs/
noun

A type of bacteria that can cause different kinds of infections.

Streptococcus is responsible for diseases like strep throat and scarlet fever.
Visual representation of "streptococcus" - A type of bacteria that can cause different kinds of infections.

Often appears as...

  • streptococcus pneumonia
  • streptococcus infection

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Medical Context

Used mostly in medical or scientific discussions about infections and diseases.

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The culture test revealed streptococcus as the cause of her sore throat.
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Specific Infections

Refers to the bacterium behind specific infections; important for diagnosis and treatment.

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He was diagnosed with a streptococcus infection that required antibiotic treatment.
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Technical Health Term

Though technical, it's understood by the general public in the context of common illnesses.

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People often know streptococcus as the culprit behind strep throat.
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