Prodromal (Adjective)
Meaning
Symptomatic of the onset of an attack or a disease.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- Prodromal symptoms of migraine include sensitivity to light and sound, often occurring hours before the actual headache.
- A tingling sensation in the lips and face is a prodromal sign of an impending multiple sclerosis relapse.
- Prodromal warnings of an impending heart attack can be very subtle, and many people are unaware of them.
- She recognized the prodromal symptoms of her seizure, such as numbness and disorientation, allowing her to seek medical attention in time.
- Researchers are working to identify prodromal markers for Alzheimer's disease to allow for earlier intervention and treatment.