undiagnosed

adjective

un·​di·​ag·​nosed ˌən-ˌdī-ig-ˈnōst How to pronounce undiagnosed (audio)
-əg-,
-zd
: not diagnosed : not identified through diagnosis
an undiagnosed illness
… the symptoms of the syndrome may be subtle and thus may remain undiagnosed.Dwight R. Robinson
a condition that often goes undiagnosed

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These common conditions often go undiagnosed, but effective treatments are available. Katia Hetter, CNN, 12 Dec. 2024 This is different than the traditional DEI training in part because many of these traits are invisible, undisclosed and possibly undiagnosed. 4. Shaun Arora, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 The organization added that many outbreaks and poisonings go undiagnosed since symptoms mirror those that are common with food poisoning and hangovers, such as vomiting and drowsiness. Monica Pitrelli, CNBC, 25 Nov. 2024 Thus, this congenital condition can go undiagnosed for many years until significant narrowing of the valve (aortic stenosis) and symptoms develop.7 Symptoms Congenital heart disease and acquired heart disease share many common symptoms. Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 25 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for undiagnosed 

Word History

First Known Use

1864, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of undiagnosed was in 1864

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“Undiagnosed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undiagnosed. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

undiagnosed

adjective
un·​di·​ag·​nosed -ˈnōst How to pronounce undiagnosed (audio)
: not diagnosed : eluding diagnosis
undiagnosed disease
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