antimicrobial resistance
Antimicrobial resistance refers to the ability of microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi, to develop resistance against the drugs designed to kill them. This occurs when these microorganisms evolve and adapt to withstand the effects of antimicrobial agents, rendering them ineffective in treating infections.
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