Severity

What does "Severity" 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

Severity in medicine refers to how serious or intense a disease or illness is. It can describe how much a condition is affecting a person's body or quality of life. For example, a mild cold would have a low severity, while a serious condition like cancer would have a high severity. The term helps doctors understand how much a disease is impacting a person and what kind of treatment might be needed.

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