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a prediction about how a situation or process will develop
- The weather prognosis indicated heavy rain by evening.
- Environmental scientists gave a grim prognosis for coral reefs.
- Experts offered a bleak prognosis for the company's future.
- Political analysts issued a cautious prognosis after the election.
- The team's financial prognosis was better than expected.
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a professional opinion regarding the likely course of an illness
A prognosis is a professional prediction about how a disease or medical condition is likely to progress and what the outcome might be. It is based on a patient’s current health, medical history, and test results. A prognosis helps guess how well a patient might recover, the potential for complications, and the overall future of their health.
- The doctor provided a favorable prognosis for the patient's recovery from pneumonia with prompt treatment.
- Despite the grim prognosis, the patient remained hopeful and determined to fight the cancer.
- The prognosis for patients with untreated tuberculosis can be poor if the infection spreads to vital organs.
- With early detection and appropriate medical intervention, the prognosis for individuals with diabetes can be managed effectively.
- The veterinarian discussed the prognosis for the cat's kidney disease, outlining potential treatment options and expected outcomes.
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