Day by day
Day by Day
Day by day (pronunciation: /deɪ baɪ deɪ/) is a common English phrase often used in medical contexts to describe the gradual progression or recovery of a patient's health status.
Etymology
The phrase "day by day" originates from Old English "dæg" meaning "day" and "bī" meaning "by". It has been used in English language since the 14th century.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, "day by day" is often used to describe the gradual progression of a patient's condition or the step-by-step process of recovery. It can be used in various medical fields such as Psychology, Physiotherapy, Oncology, and Cardiology among others. For instance, a Physician might use the term to explain to a patient that their recovery from a surgery or treatment will improve day by day.
Related Terms
- Progression: The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.
- Recovery: The action or process of regaining possession or control of something; in medical terms, it often refers to the process of becoming well again after an illness or injury.
- Patient: A person receiving or registered to receive medical treatment.
- Physician: A person qualified to practice medicine, especially one who specializes in diagnosis and medical treatment as distinct from surgery.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Day by day
- Wikipedia's article - Day by day
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