Sequela
noun
A condition that follows a disease or injury, often as a consequence of the initial event.
After recovering from chickenpox, he developed a sequela that affected his skin.

Often appears as...
- chronic sequelae
- sequela of disease
Usage tips
Neutral
long-term effects, health consequences, aftereffects
noun
A condition that follows a disease or injury, often as a consequence of the initial event.
After recovering from chickenpox, he developed a sequela that affected his skin.

Often appears as...
- chronic sequelae
- sequela of disease
Usage tips
Neutral
long-term effects, health consequences, aftereffects
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Medical Context
In medical settings, understanding 'sequela' is crucial to assess long-lasting impacts
Many patients may experience sequela following serious illnesses.
Emotional Implications
The term can evoke discussions about health quality after acute episodes
Discussing sequela can help patients understand their future health.
Formal Usage
Use 'sequela' in formal or clinical discussions for precision
Describing patient outcomes often requires the term 'sequela'.
Medical Context
In medical settings, understanding 'sequela' is crucial to assess long-lasting impacts
Many patients may experience sequela following serious illnesses.
Emotional Implications
The term can evoke discussions about health quality after acute episodes
Discussing sequela can help patients understand their future health.
Formal Usage
Use 'sequela' in formal or clinical discussions for precision
Describing patient outcomes often requires the term 'sequela'.
Medical Context
In medical settings, understanding 'sequela' is crucial to assess long-lasting impacts
Many patients may experience sequela following serious illnesses.
Emotional Implications
The term can evoke discussions about health quality after acute episodes
Discussing sequela can help patients understand their future health.
Formal Usage
Use 'sequela' in formal or clinical discussions for precision
Describing patient outcomes often requires the term 'sequela'.
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