1. infected simultaneously with two or more pathogens or diseases
Usage: medical/scientific term; often used in clinical and epidemiological contexts

Examples

• Patients coinfected with HIV and tuberculosis require specialized treatment protocols.
• The study examined coinfected individuals to understand disease interactions.
• Coinfected mosquitoes can transmit multiple viruses simultaneously.
• Healthcare providers must screen for coinfected conditions to ensure comprehensive care.
• The coinfected population showed more severe symptoms than those with single infections.