The precise type of opportunistic infection (bacterial, viral, fungal, or protozoan/parasitic) that occurs depends on the type and extent of immunologic alteration, whether it is cellular, humoral, phagocytic, or a combined defect; and on organisms present inside and outside the body.
Definition of clammy. clammier. ; clammiest. 1 : being damp, soft, sticky, and usually cool cold clammy hands clammy air. 2 : lacking normal human warmth the clammy atmosphere of an institution.
Sweating is your bodyâs normal response to overheating. The moisture of sweat has a cooling effect on your skin. Changes in your body from physical exertion or extreme heat can trigger your sweat glands and cause... Clammy skin refers to wet or sweaty skin. Sweating is your bodyâs normal response to overheating. The moisture of sweat has a cooling effect on your skin. Changes in your body from physical exertion or extreme heat can trigger your sweat glands and cause your skin to become clammy. This is normal. However, clammy skin that occurs for no apparent reason can be the sign of a serious medical condition.