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In medical terminology, a syndrome is a characteristic group of symptoms that occur together and indicate a particular disease or condition. The term originated from the Greek word "syndromē," meaning literally "a running together." This refers to the idea that a syndrome consists of a set of symptoms that typically manifest together in a consistent pattern, providing clues to the underlying medical condition.
In its broader sense, the concept of a syndrome has been used in various fields, including psychology, sociology, and linguistics, to describe a constellation of traits, signs, or behaviors that are associated with a particular entity or phenomenon. By identifying a characteristic syndrome, researchers and practitioners can better understand and diagnose complex conditions.
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Etymology From French syndrome group of symptoms from Greek syndromē a running tog
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