Definition

A disease caused by a parasite that can affect the brain and other organs, often leading to serious health issues.

Example

Toxoplasmosis can be particularly dangerous for pregnant women and individuals with weakened immune systems.

Conversation

Have you heard about toxoplasmosis?

Yeah, I read it can be pretty serious for pregnant women.

Exactly! It's caused by a parasite that can affect the brain too.

That's really concerning. We should be careful with our pets.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Toxoplasmosis** → It is formed from "toxoplasma" (from Greek "toxon" meaning poison and "plasma" meaning formed substance) and the suffix "-osis" (meaning condition or disease). The word refers to a disease caused by the Toxoplasma parasite, which is associated with a toxic or harmful effect.

Memory Tip

Think of 'toxin' (poison) and 'plasma' (formed substance) to remember that 'toxoplasmosis' refers to a condition caused by a harmful parasite.

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