Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

comorbidity

noun

/ˌkoʊ.mɔːrˈbɪ.dɪ.ti/

Definition

The presence of one or more additional disorders or diseases co-occurring with a primary disease or disorder.

Examples

Many elderly patients suffer from comorbidity due to age-related health issues.
Researchers are studying the effects of comorbidity in patients with chronic diseases.

Meaning

Comorbidity refers to the situation where an individual has multiple health issues at the same time. This can complicate treatment and influence the prognosis of the person’s health.