medical history

noun

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

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Guidelines are a starting point, but only your doctor can understand your full medical history along with genetic and lifestyle risk factors. — Albert Tzeel, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2026 Getting an accurate diagnosis To evaluate whether routine memory lapses or behavioral changes point to dementia, South Florida specialists use a combination of personal medical history, cognitive assessments, physical exams and diagnostic imaging. — Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 11 Nov. 2026 If it was missed, a healthcare professional can assess the baby's age and medical history and advise on whether an injection is appropriate. — Emma Marsden, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2026 Apa’s health history, training regimen and family medical history remain unclear. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 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 15 Nov. 2026.

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