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| - MESH:D004194
- an impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning.
- SCTID: 64572001
- Disease refers to a disorder or abnormal condition of the body or mind that impairs normal functioning. Diseases can be caused by various factors, including pathogens (such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites), genetic mutations, environmental factors, lifestyle choices, or a combination of these factors.
- Conceptually broad term referring primarily to physical illness. Also used when particular disorders are not specified. Use a more specific term if possible. For general discussions of health impairment consider also the term HEALTH. (PSY)
- Any abnormal condition of the body or mind that causes discomfort, dysfunction, or distress to the person affected or those in contact with the person. The term is often used broadly to include injuries, disabilities, syndromes, symptoms, deviant behaviors, and atypical variations of structure and function. (NCI)
- A definite pathologic process with a characteristic set of signs and symptoms. It may affect the whole body or any of its parts, and its etiology, pathology, and prognosis may be known or unknown. (MSH)
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