medical history

noun

: a record of a past medical problems and treatments that a person has had

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Robles said his approach begins with an evaluation, semen analysis, hormonal testing and medical history, while also exploring lifestyle factors. Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 11 Mar. 2026 For example, a person might be 50 years old chronologically yet have a biological age of 47 or 54 depending on factors such as genetics, lifestyle habits and medical history. Lindsey Leake, NBC news, 9 Mar. 2026 Some people may still require a more intensive regimen based on their medical history. Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 9 Mar. 2026 The risk includes everything from vein irritation to infection, to toxicity from fluid overload to complications from a lack of medical history screening. Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for medical history

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“Medical history.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/medical%20history. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.

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