Medical & Health

Symptoms

ˈsɪmptəmz

noun

What does Symptoms mean?

Signs of illness you experience.

Example sentence

"Describe your symptoms to the doctor."

American usage tip

Be specific: when it started, how severe.

Related Medical & Health words

ER
Emergency Room — for serious emergencies.
Prescription
Medicine ordered by a doctor.
Dosage
How much medicine to take and how often.
Copay
A fixed fee you pay at each doctor visit.
EOB
Explanation of Benefits — a statement from insurance.
HSA
Health Savings Account — tax-free money for medical costs.
FSA
Flexible Spending Account for health expenses.
Allergy
A bad reaction to a substance.

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