Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

clinical symptoms

Noun Phrase

/ˈklɪnɪkəl ˈsɪmptəmz/

Definition

The signs or indications of a disease or condition that can be observed or measured by a healthcare professional.

Examples

Many patients presented with varying clinical symptoms, such as fever and fatigue.
The doctor will assess the clinical symptoms before diagnosing the illness.
Clinical symptoms can help differentiate between similar medical conditions.

Meaning

Clinical symptoms refer to the physical and psychological changes that a patient experiences and reports to their doctor, which help in diagnosing a medical condition.