Gentle curve

What does "Gentle curve" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A "gentle curve" in the context of medicine typically refers to a gradual change or progression in a condition or symptom. It could be used to describe the slow increase or decrease of a disease in a population over time. It's like a hill that gradually slopes up or down, rather than a steep cliff. This term is often used in graphs or charts to visually represent these changes.

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