El síntoma
Example: La fiebre es un síntoma común de muchas enfermedades.
Definition
"El síntoma" refers to a sign or indication of a medical condition, typically experienced or reported by the patient, such as pain, fever, or fatigue. It helps healthcare professionals identify and diagnose illnesses based on the patient's complaints or observations.
Etymology
The word "el síntoma" comes from the Greek word 'sýntoma,' meaning 'sign' or 'mark.' It passed into Latin as 'symptoma,' retaining the meaning related to indications of disease. Did you know? The term is closely linked to the practice of careful observation in medicine, highlighting the importance of patient-reported experiences.
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"El síntoma" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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