Hidden
Hidden (Medicine)
Hidden (pronunciation: /ˈhɪd.ən/) is a term used in the medical field to describe a condition or symptom that is not immediately apparent or easily detectable. It is often used in the context of diseases or conditions that do not present obvious symptoms, or in the case of underlying issues that may not be immediately visible or detectable through standard diagnostic procedures.
Etymology
The term "hidden" originates from the Old English hȳdan, which means to hide or conceal. In a medical context, it is used to describe conditions or symptoms that are concealed or not immediately apparent.
Related Terms
- Asymptomatic: Refers to a condition where a patient is a carrier for a disease or infection but experiences no symptoms.
- Subclinical: Describes a stage of a disease or a condition which is not severe enough to present definite or readily observable symptoms.
- Latent: Refers to a disease or condition that is present but not active or producing symptoms.
- Incidental Finding: Refers to an unexpected discovery made during a medical examination or procedure that is unrelated to the patient's initial diagnosis.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hidden
- Wikipedia's article - Hidden
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