medical history

noun

: a record of a past medical problems and treatments that a person has had

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Your medical history may indicate potential triggers, such as stress or hormonal changes, and pinpoint underlying causes, like seborrheic dermatitis. Lindsay Curtis, Health, 5 Feb. 2025 During the exam, researchers asked Mendoza about her life, including her family’s medical history. Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2025 The system automatically analyzes millions of diverse parameters related to the patient (e.g., age, gender, existing conditions and medical history) and generates the dosage appropriate for each individual. Sergey Mashchenko, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025 Urinary incontinence or erectile dysfunction when used for prostate cancer How to Prepare A healthcare provider will complete a medical history and physical examination before determining if cryotherapy is the best or one of the best treatment options for you. Archana Sharma, Verywell Health, 24 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for medical history 

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“Medical history.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/medical%20history. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.

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