. "INFECTIONPTFDA1930" . "CDISC"^^ . . "Infectious DiseasePTNICHD" . "NICHD"^^ . . . "C0009450"^^ . . . . "Invasion and multiplication of germs in the body. Infections can occur in any part of the body and can spread throughout the body. The germs may be bacteria, viruses, yeast, or fungi. They can cause a fever and other problems, depending on where the infection occurs. When the body's natural defense system is strong, it can often fight the germs and prevent infection. Some cancer treatments can weaken the natural defense system.NCI-GLOSS" . . "Infectious DisorderPTNCI" . "Infectious Disorder"^^ . "Infectious_Disorder"^^ . "InfectionPTCDISC" . "Infectious DisorderSYNCITCGA" . "Infectious Disorder"^^ . "FDA"^^ . . "InfectiousADNCI" . "Infectious DiseaseSYNCI" . "Patient Code (Appendix B)"^^ . "Disease or Syndrome"^^ . "InfectionSYNCI" . "C26726"^^ . . "A disorder resulting from the presence and activity of a microbial, viral, or parasitic agent. It can be transmitted by direct or indirect contact.NCI" . "Infectious Diseases and ManifestationsSYNCI" . . . "infectionPTNCI-GLOSSCDR0000045364" . "A disorder resulting from the presence and activity of a microbial, viral, or parasitic agent. It can be transmitted by direct or indirect contact. -- 2003 (NCI)CDISC" . .