Definition of differential diagnosis
: the distinguishing of a disease or condition from others presenting with similar signs and symptoms
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The differential diagnosis varies from worrisome possibilities such as a UTI, to diabetes or even a spinal cord injury or infection.
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First Known Use of differential diagnosis
1829
Medical Dictionary
differential diagnosis
medical Definition of differential diagnosis
: the distinguishing of a disease or condition from others presenting similar symptoms
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