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Asymptomatic conditions
Asymptomatic conditions

Asymptomatic

Definition:

Asymptomatic means there are no symptoms. A person is said to be asymptomatic if:

  • An illness or condition is present without recognizable symptoms.
  • He or she has recovered from an illness or condition and no longer has any symptoms.
  • He or she is healthy.
  • A particular illness or condition does not generally produce symptoms.


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Review Date: 10/30/2004
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. editorial.

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