Definition

A condition or effect that follows as a result of a disease or injury.

Example

The patient experienced several sequelae after recovering from the illness.

Conversation

I heard that after recovering from that illness, some people experience a sequela that lingers.

Yeah, I've read about that; it can be really frustrating for them.

Exactly, it's like they never fully get back to normal.

Right, and it's important to support those dealing with such sequela.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sequela is derived from the Latin root "sequi" (meaning to follow) and the suffix "-ala" (indicating a diminutive or related form). The word "sequela" refers to something that follows as a consequence or result, often used in medical contexts to describe conditions that result from a previous disease or injury.

Memory Tip

Think of 'following' ('sequi') to remember that 'sequela' refers to something that comes as a result or consequence.

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