Reversal

What does "Reversal" 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 the field of medicine, "reversal" refers to the process of turning around a disease or medical condition, making it better or completely eliminating it. It can also refer to the action of counteracting the effect of something, such as a drug or a procedure. For example, if a person has high blood pressure and through treatment and lifestyle changes their blood pressure returns to normal, this could be considered a reversal. Similarly, if a medication causes side effects, a doctor might give another medication to reverse, or cancel out, those effects.

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