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What Does the Word Contraindication Mean? A Patient's Guide to Medical Safety

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According to medical experts, ignoring a contraindication can lead to severe health complications and, in some cases, be life-threatening. Understanding **what does the word contraindication mean?** is a crucial part of patient safety, describing specific situations where a medical treatment, drug, or procedure should not be used because it may cause harm.