Relapse

Relapse is the reappearance of or increase in symptoms in a person with an illness or disease after a period of improvement.

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Adam Husney MDChristine R. Maldonado PhDKathleen Romito MD

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Relapse

Relapse is the reappearance of or increase in symptoms in a person with an illness or disease after a period of improvement.

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

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Medical review

Adam Husney MDChristine R. Maldonado PhDKathleen Romito MD

Last Updated

05/28/2019

Legal

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.