Ictus (Noun)
Meaning
A sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease; "he suffered an epileptic seizure".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's ictus was sudden and unexpected, causing widespread damage to the brain area affected by the stroke.
- After years of being seizure-free, the young woman experienced a devastating ictus that left her shaken and reevaluating her medication.
- The neurologist explained to the family that their loved one's ictus was likely caused by a previously undiagnosed condition that had been mismanaged.
- Despite taking precautions and following her doctor's orders, she experienced another ictus and was rushed back to the emergency room for immediate attention.
- Following his last ictus, the patient's doctors decided to adjust his treatment plan in an effort to prevent future occurrences of the debilitating condition.