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A '''disease''' is a condition characterized by an abnormality of the body or mind that causes dysfunction or distress to the person afflicted. In terms relevant to [[Body modification|body modification]], a disease usually refers to a [[Pathogen|pathogenic]] infection by a [[Microbe|microbe]] of some sort. | |||
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The transmission of a disease (that is [[Microbe|microbial]] in nature) can be greatly reduced by the proper use of [[Disinfectant|disinfectants]], proper [[Sterilization|sterilization]] of relevant equipment and proper hygiene practices by a [[Practitioner|practitioner]]. | |||
Latest revision as of 02:32, 17 September 2023
A disease is a condition characterized by an abnormality of the body or mind that causes dysfunction or distress to the person afflicted. In terms relevant to body modification, a disease usually refers to a pathogenic infection by a microbe of some sort.
The transmission of a disease (that is microbial in nature) can be greatly reduced by the proper use of disinfectants, proper sterilization of relevant equipment and proper hygiene practices by a practitioner.