Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sequelae
noun
sɪˈkwɛl.ɪˌiː
Definition
Sequelae are conditions or symptoms that occur as a consequence of a previous disease or injury.
Examples
- After suffering a stroke, the patient experienced several sequelae, including difficulty speaking and weakness in one arm.
- Long COVID has many reported sequelae, affecting various systems in the body.
Meaning
The term is often used in the medical field to describe lasting effects or complications resulting from a medical condition.
Synonyms
- aftermath
- consequence
- aftermath of a disease
- complication
