How are signs of a disease different from symptoms of a disease?
(N/A)
| Signs of a disease | Symptoms of a disease |
|---|---|
| $(i)$ Signs are objective,definite indications of a disease that can be measured or observed by a physician. | $(i)$ Symptoms are subjective experiences reported by the patient,which indicate the presence of a disease. |
| $(ii)$ Signs are what doctors look for during a physical examination to diagnose a specific condition. | $(ii)$ Symptoms are what the patient feels (e.g.,pain,headache,nausea) and describes to the doctor. |
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