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endemic typhus

 

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Noun endemic typhus has 1 sense
  1. murine typhus, rat typhus, urban typhus, endemic typhus - acute infection caused by rickettsia and transmitted by the bite of an infected flea; characterized by fever and chills and muscle aches and a rash
    --1 is a kind of typhus, typhus fever

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Endemic Typhus

Definition: Endemic typhus is a bacterial infection caused by the organism Rickettsia typhi. It is typically transmitted to humans through the bite of infected fleas, lice, or mites.

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A type of typhus fever that is prevalent within a specific geographic region or population.

Example Sentence: Endemic typhus is commonly found in warmer climates with poor sanitation facilities, such as certain areas of Africa, Asia, and South America.

Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Referring to a disease or condition that is regularly found within a particular region or group of people.

Example Sentence: The high incidence of endemic typhus in the local community necessitates increased efforts in implementing effective preventive measures.

Sense 3:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Characteristic of a plant or animal species that is native or restricted to a specific region or habitat.

Example Sentence: The endemic typhus bacteria predominantly affects rodents and their fleas, which are commonly found in forested areas.

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