Noun: listeriosis li,steer-ee'ow-sis
- An infectious disease of animals and humans (especially newborn or immunosuppressed persons) caused by Listeria monocytogenes; in sheep and cattle, the infection frequently involves the central nervous system and causes various neurological symptoms
"Pregnant women are advised to avoid foods that may cause listeriosis";
- listeria meningitis
Type of: infectious disease
Encyclopedia: Listeriosis