Spike

What does "Spike" 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 context of medicine, "spike" often refers to a sudden and significant increase. This could be in relation to various things such as a sudden rise in body temperature, blood sugar levels, or the number of cases of a particular disease in a population. It's like a sharp peak in a graph, indicating a rapid change from the normal or average level.

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