In microbiology, genera names often end with -cocci to designate groups of spherical bacteria.

When the hiker developed a persistent cough and fever after visiting the arid region, doctors diagnosed cocci and started antifungal treatment.

Under the microscope, the cocci formed clusters that suggested a Staphylococcus infection.

The veterinarian identified coccidial lesions in several young chickens.

Recent studies indicate that coccidioidomycoses are increasing in areas with prolonged drought, raising public health concerns.

Farmers rely on coccidiostats to prevent deadly outbreaks of intestinal parasites in young poultry.

The veterinarian prescribed a coccidiostat to prevent coccidiosis in the poultry flock.

After several poultry deaths, the lab confirmed coccidiosis and advised immediate treatment and improved sanitation.

The hospital's infectious disease unit published new guidelines for diagnosing coccidioidomycotic pulmonary infections in endemic regions.

The orchard suffered when a coccid infestation weakened the fruit trees.