既往症

• Reading: きおうしょう
• Romaji: kioushou
• Kanji breakdown: 既 (ki) — already, previously; 往 (ō) — go, past; 症 (shō) — symptom, condition, disease
• Pronunciation: /ki.oː.ɕoː/

Meaning

Medical history; pre-existing condition; illnesses or conditions a patient has previously had.

A clinical term used when taking a patient's medical history, encompassing all previously diagnosed conditions, surgeries, and treatments. Essential for diagnosis and treatment planning. Sometimes shortened to 既往 (kiō) in medical records and charts. Required information in insurance applications, surgical consent forms, and hospital admission procedures.

Examples

1. 手術前の問診で、既往症や服用中の薬について確認された。 During the pre-surgical interview, I was asked about my medical history and any medications I was taking.
2. 保険の申込みには、過去の既往症を正確に申告する必要がある。 When applying for insurance, you need to accurately disclose any pre-existing conditions.
3. 既往症に高血圧があったため、麻酔の方法を慎重に検討した。 Because hypertension was part of the patient's medical history, the choice of anesthesia was carefully considered.

Usage Guide

Context: medicine, clinical intake, insurance, surgery preparation

Tone: clinical

Origin & History

Compound of 既往 (kiō, past/already elapsed) and 症 (shō, symptom/condition). Literally means the conditions that have already passed through — i.e., past medical history.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: Adults

Social background: General