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Unwell
Unwell (/ʌnˈwɛl/) is a term often used to describe a state of poor health, discomfort, or illness. It is a broad term that can encompass a variety of health conditions, both physical and mental.
Etymology
The term "unwell" is derived from the Old English "unhǣlo," which means "not healthy." It is a combination of the prefix "un-" meaning "not," and "well," which in this context means "in good health."
Related Terms
- Disease: A particular abnormal condition that negatively affects the structure or function of all or part of an organism, and that is not due to any immediate external injury.
- Illness: A state of being sick, often used interchangeably with "unwell."
- Malaise: A general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify.
- Symptom: A physical or mental feature which is regarded as indicating a condition of disease, particularly such a feature that is apparent to the patient.
- Diagnosis: The identification of the nature and cause of a certain phenomenon, usually involving the evaluation of symptoms and medical history of the patient.
- Treatment: The management and care of a patient to combat, ameliorate, or prevent a disease, disorder, or injury.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Unwell
- Wikipedia's article - Unwell
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