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'''Relapse''' refers to the return of a disease or the symptoms of a disease after a period of improvement. It is a common occurrence in many chronic conditions, including [[addiction]], [[multiple sclerosis]], and [[cancer]].

==Definition==
A '''relapse''' is defined as the return of disease activity in a patient who has been in [[remission]]. This can occur in many different types of diseases, including [[mental health]] disorders, [[autoimmune diseases]], and [[cancer]]. The term is often used in the context of [[drug addiction]], where it refers to a person returning to drug use after a period of abstinence.

==Causes==
Relapses can be caused by a variety of factors, depending on the specific disease. In the case of [[addiction]], common triggers for relapse include stress, exposure to drugs or alcohol, and negative emotional states. For diseases like [[multiple sclerosis]] and [[cancer]], a relapse may be triggered by factors such as a weakening of the immune system, exposure to certain environmental factors, or the natural progression of the disease.

==Prevention and Treatment==
Preventing relapses is a key goal in the management of many chronic diseases. This often involves ongoing treatment to manage the underlying disease, as well as strategies to avoid triggers for relapse. In the case of [[addiction]], this might include therapy, medication, and support groups. For diseases like [[multiple sclerosis]] and [[cancer]], ongoing medical treatment is typically necessary to manage the disease and prevent relapses.

When a relapse does occur, it is typically treated by intensifying the treatment for the underlying disease. This might involve increasing the dosage of medication, changing to a different medication, or implementing additional therapies.

==See Also==
* [[Remission (medicine)]]
* [[Addiction recovery groups]]
* [[Cancer]]
* [[Multiple sclerosis]]

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