Response

What does "Response" 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

In medical terms, "response" often refers to how a patient's body reacts to a treatment or medication. If there is a "response", it means the body is showing some kind of change or improvement due to the treatment. In the context of pain management, a "lack of response" would mean that the pain levels did not decrease significantly after the treatment was given.

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