Existing
Existing
Existing (/ɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe a condition, symptom, or disease that is currently present in a patient.
Etymology
The term "existing" originates from the Latin word "existere", which means "to appear" or "to arise".
Definition
In medical context, an existing condition refers to a disease, illness, or other health condition that a person has at the time of seeking medical attention or insurance coverage. This term is often used in relation to pre-existing condition, which is a medical condition that started before a person's health benefits went into effect.
Related Terms
- Chronic: A chronic condition is a human health condition or disease that is persistent or otherwise long-lasting in its effects. The term chronic is often applied when the course of the disease lasts for more than three months.
- Acute: An acute condition is a disease or symptom that is of short duration but typically severe.
- Symptom: A symptom is a departure from normal function or feeling which is noticed by a patient, indicating the presence of disease or abnormality.
- Diagnosis: Diagnosis is the identification of the nature and cause of a certain phenomenon, usually involving the evaluation of symptoms and medical history of the patient.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Existing
- Wikipedia's article - Existing
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