No distress

What does "No distress" 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

"No distress" in a medical context means that a patient is not showing signs of severe discomfort, pain, or suffering. It's a term doctors use to describe a patient who appears to be in a stable condition, without any immediate health threats. This term is often used during physical examinations or after medical procedures to indicate that the patient is coping well. It does not necessarily mean the patient is completely healthy, but rather that they are not in a critical or serious state.

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