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Not being of the medical communmity, this first answer will be from the viewpoint of a layman, and will be best answered with a example. Imagine a wound which is beginning to skin over, but has not yet formed a hard scab. If one scrapes or removes that seal forming pre scab material, then that action is called exacerbation. In non medical use, the term exacerbation means to do something which irratates or makes a situation worse.
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What is the medical term meaning when symptoms get worse?
exacerbation; also called flare
How do you spell exacerbation?
That is the correct spelling of "exacerbation" (making a situation worse).
Does acute and exacerbation mean the same?
Acute in this context means short-term -- it hasn't been going on long. Exacerbation means signs and symptoms have gotten worse. "Acute exacerbation" of a disease means the disease has been there right along, but lately it's acting up. For example, in this season in our area (spring), I see many patients with acute exacerbation of allergies.
What is a peptic ulcer exacerbation?
sudden & severe presentation of a pt with established PUD requiring hospital admission to manage may be defined as PUD exacerbation.
What is another word for exacerbation?
Synonyms for the noun exacerbation include worsening, aggravation, or heightening.When used to mean an emotional state, synonyms include irritation or annoyance.
What is the sudden worsening in the severity of symptoms is called?
Exacerbation
What are periodic exacerbation of pain?
breakthrough pain
Is bronchial asthma in acute exacerbation probably secondary to PNA?
PNA=pneumonia
What is the medical term meaning worsening?
Exacerbation is the medical term meaning worsening.
What is an exacerbation of an injury?
making it worse by not taking the doctors advice or resting properly
Medical term for periods of flare up?
An attack or exacerbation or flare
What are possible causes of the exacerbation of COPD?
smoking, allergies, air particles, pollution
