asimptomatik
Asimptomatik (asymptomatic) refers to a state in which an individual carries a disease or infection but does not exhibit noticeable symptoms. In medical use, it describes cases where clinical signs are absent or too mild for the person to notice, while tests or examinations may reveal an underlying condition.
The concept is distinct from presymptomatic disease, where a person is infected and will develop symptoms later,
Detection often relies on screening, routine testing, contact tracing, or incidental findings. Because asymptomatic individuals can
Examples of contexts where asymptomatic status is relevant include asymptomatic carriers of certain infections (such as
In clinical practice, recognizing asymptomatic disease can influence screening policies, risk communication, and decisions about monitoring