MONILIA Meaning and
Definition
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Monilia is a term used to describe a genus of fungi called Moniliaceae, which includes various species that commonly cause infections in humans and other animals. These fungi are characterized by their ability to produce asexual spores called conidia, which are single-celled reproductive structures. Monilia species are typically opportunistic pathogens, meaning they can cause infections when the individual's immune system is compromised or when a particular area of the body becomes susceptible to infection.
Monilia infections most commonly affect the skin and mucous membranes, such as in the mouth, throat, and genital area. Symptoms of monilia infections can vary depending on the affected area but often include redness, itching, soreness, and the development of white or yellowish discharge or patches.
While Monilia infections can occur in anyone, individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS, undergoing chemotherapy, or taking immunosuppressant drugs, are particularly susceptible. Treatment for monilia infections typically involves the use of antifungal medications, such as topical creams or oral medications, to eliminate the fungal overgrowth and relieve symptoms.
In addition to human infections, Monilia species can also cause diseases in plants, particularly fruit trees. In these cases, the fungi usually invade the fruit, causing them to rot and become unsuitable for consumption. Appropriate agricultural and horticultural practices, including proper fruit storage and handling, can help prevent Monilia-related plant diseases.
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A genus of moulds or fungi; fruit moulds.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for MONILIA
- nonilia
- konilia
- jonilia
- minilia
- mknilia
- mlnilia
- mpnilia
- m0nilia
- m9nilia
- mobilia
- momilia
- mojilia
- mohilia
- monulia
- monjlia
- monklia
- mon9lia
- mon8lia
- monikia
- monidia
Etymology of MONILIA
The term "monilia" has its origins in Latin. It derives from the Latin word "monilis", which means "necklace" or "string of pearls". The term was originally used to describe a fungal infection caused by species of the genus Monilia, characterized by the appearance of small, pearl-like structures. Today, "monilia" is commonly used as a general term for various fungal infections, particularly those caused by Candida species.
Similar spelling words for MONILIA
- manohla,
- menial,
- maenol,
- MNL,
- Manlio,
- manali,
- Manlea,
- monel,
- manul,
- un-manlier,
- user's-manual,
- manalo,
- manual-labor,
- munlo,
- monowheel,
- meanwhile,
- user-manual,
- moonily,
- MFE/MAGNOL,
- Manuelo,
- minella,
- users-manual,
- manila-based,
- Manuel,
- MIANL,
- three-manual,
- monial,
- monol,
- moanalua,
- menaul,
- Minaul,
- manual-shift,
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- manual,
- owner-manual,
- moinul,
- minelli,
- MNEL,
- meanhile,
- Manley,
- monell,
- manole,
- manually,
- manly-warringah,
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- minneola,
- meanwell,
- monaul,
- 2MNLA,
- moonly,
- menially,
- Manuela,
- manly,
- magnol,
- MNLY,
- mainelli,
- mainella,
- minali,
- monal,
- Manilio,
- mianwali,
- meinl,
- meynell,
- meinl-weston,
- manilow,
- maneli,
- mignola,
- mainalo,
- Manille,
- MINLE,
- sign-manual,
- mennell,
- manoel,
- meanly,
- manella,
- owners-manual,
- mainly,
- manual-alphabet,
- mainali,
- menil,
- meanwile,
- manuale,
- owner's-manual,
- maynila,
- manelli,
- MFE/MAGNOLIA,
- maneely,
- Manleigh,
- manola,
- manuelle,
- munhall,
- Manolo,
- minal,
- magnolia,
- manila,
- manele,
- Manollo,
- university-manila,
- manlow,
- manhole,
- manilla,
- meneely,
- Menlo,
- Manel,
- minilla,
- minnelli,
- Manal,
- meanhwile,
- un-manly,
- mauna loa,
- MinEL,
- munley,
- two-manual.
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