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...The infectious stage is the oocyst, which is excreted in the feces of the host and can survive in the environment for several months. ...vere diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, and low-grade fever. In immunocompromised individuals, such as those with AIDS, the infection can be severe and poten

...es that take advantage of an opportunity not normally available, such as a host with a weakened [[immune system]], an altered [[microbiota]] (such as a dis ...a) that take advantage of an opportunity not normally available, such as a host with a weakened immune system, an altered microbiota, or breached integumen

...is known to cause [[opportunistic infections]] in humans, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. ...'' is an [[opportunistic pathogen]], meaning it can cause disease when the host's immune defenses are compromised. It is known to cause [[oral candidiasis]

...tive intracellular parasites, meaning they can survive and multiply within host cells. The family includes two genera: ''Brucella'' and ''Ochrobactrum''. ...nd ''Brucella canis'', each of which is associated with a different animal host and has a slightly different disease presentation in humans.

...nd then molt to become infective L3 larvae. The L3 larvae can infect a new host by penetrating the skin or by being ingested. ...growth in kittens. Severe infections can be fatal, especially in young or immunocompromised animals.

...pically associated with systemic disease, but can cause oral infections in immunocompromised individuals. ...s on or in a host organism and gets its food from or at the expense of its host.

...he human body without causing disease. However, it can cause infections in immunocompromised individuals or when it enters the body through a wound or medical device. ...atum'' is an opportunistic pathogen, meaning it can cause disease when the host's immune defenses are compromised. It has been associated with a variety of

* [[Corynebacterium jeikeium]], which can cause infections in immunocompromised individuals ...es, such as C. diphtheriae, produce exotoxins that can cause damage to the host organism.

* [[Immunocompromised]]: A state in which the immune system's ability to fight infectious disease * [[Compromised Host]]: A patient who is at increased risk of infection due to an impaired immun

...It is known to cause diseases in both humans and animals, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. The most common diseases caused by Exserohilum include [[sinus ...ses. The severity of the disease often depends on the immune status of the host.

...is process is utilized by retroviruses, including HIV, to replicate within host cells. * [[Reverse isolation]]: A protective measure used to shield immunocompromised patients from potential infection. It involves the use of protective barrie