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Prophylaxis Definition & Meaning

prophylaxis
noun
  1. the prevention of disease

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  • "dose amoxicillin endocarditis prophylaxis"
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  • "post exposure prophylaxis"
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Frequently asked questions

What does prophylaxis mean?
the prevention of disease
What part of speech is prophylaxis?
Prophylaxis is a noun.

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