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What does "episodic" mean medically?

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A study by Statistics Canada noted that over 60% of people with disabilities reported experiencing conditions with fluctuating limitations, highlighting the prevalence of non-linear health journeys. Medically, the term "episodic" describes a condition or illness that occurs periodically, with symptoms that appear, recede, and then return over time.

What does waxing and waning mean in medical terms?

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Medical professionals frequently use precise language to describe health conditions. A fact often discussed is that many chronic diseases and acute states, like delirium, are defined not by stable symptoms but by their fluctuating intensity. This is exactly **what does waxing and waning mean in medical terms**.