PE

What does "PE" 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

"PE" in the context of medicine usually stands for "Physical Examination". This is a routine check that doctors perform to see if a person is healthy or not. During a physical examination, the doctor will look at the body, feel the body with their hands, and listen to the body with a stethoscope. The doctor may also ask the person to do simple tasks to check how the body is functioning.

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