medical history

noun

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

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For those taking omega-3 supplements, dosing should be based on lab results, medications, omega-3 levels and overall medical history, according to Routhenstein. Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 14 Dec. 2025 Further research into the donor's medical history learned that the donor had received a scratch from a skunk in October 2024. Paula Wethington, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2025 The journey typically begins with an OB-GYN visit, where the person or couple's medical history is reviewed and initial testing is ordered. Hannah Nwoko, Parents, 9 Dec. 2025 Your medical history can help your doctor understand your symptoms. Peter Pressman, Verywell Health, 9 Dec. 2025 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 17 Dec. 2025.

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