ACute Renal Failure (ARF)
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Acute refers to a sudden onset or short duration of a disease or condition, typically characterized by intense symptoms. It is the opposite of chronic, which refers to long-lasting or recurring conditions.
'Acute' means sudden onset or short course, as opposed to 'chronic' which means long duration or frequent recurrence.
The incubation period for acute renal failure is not applicable as it is not an infectious disease. Acute renal failure is usually diagnosed based on the sudden onset of symptoms, such as decreased urine output or swelling in the body. It is important to seek medical attention promptly if you suspect you have symptoms of acute renal failure.
The difference between acute renal (kidney) failure and chronic kidney failure, is that acute is a sudden onset. Something like a medical condition, trama, or surgery can cause the failure within days or even hrs. Chrinic kidney failure is slow damage to the kidney over a few years, resulting in the kidneys not being able to filter blood properly.
Acute means severe and/or sudden onset. The acronym "URI" stands for Upper Respiratory Infection.
The medical term for pertaining to a sudden occurrence is "acute." This term is commonly used to describe conditions or diseases that have a rapid onset and a short duration.
Acute means severe and/or sudden onset. The acronym "URI" stands for Upper Respiratory Infection.
Acute means sudden or recent onset. Chronic means that it has been going on for a long time. Hepatitis A usually causes an abrupt illness and then get better so it is generally acute and not chronic.