Definition

Asymptomatic means there are no symptoms. A person is said to be asymptomatic if:

  • An illness or condition is present without symptoms.
  • The person has recovered from an illness or condition, and no longer has any symptoms.
  • He or she is healthy.
  • A particular illness or condition usually does not produce symptoms.
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Review Date:10/24/2006
Reviewed By: Daniel R Alexander, MD, Department of Internal Medicine, St. Mary's Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.