Symmetrical

What does "Symmetrical" 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, "symmetrical" refers to the idea that both sides of the body are the same or mirror images of each other. For example, if a disease is described as symmetrical, it means it affects the same parts of the body equally on both sides. So, if a person has a symmetrical rash, it would appear in the same places on both the left and right sides of the body.

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