medical history

noun

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

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Care can be individualized based on symptom burden, medical history and personal preferences, with the goal of improving sleep, comfort, and daily functioning. Rachel Murray, Charlotte Observer, 3 Feb. 2026 Also, the coroner mentioned a number of other concerns from Haman's medical history. Logan Smith, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026 Shukurova did not follow standard surgical procedures, such as taking the victim's medical history or performing a basic physical exam, per the district attorney's press release. Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026 At the end of the 30-minute visit, Urban's doctor showed her the AI summary of the appointment, neatly organized into sections for her medical history, the physical exam findings and an assessment and treatment plan for her rheumatoid arthritis and hot flashes, among other details. Michelle Andrews, ABC News, 26 Jan. 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 13 Feb. 2026.

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