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Pathogenesis
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the mechanism by which a disease develops and progresses within the body
Example
Diabetes pathogenesis involves insulin resistance or deficiency.
The pathogenesis of cancer involves abnormal cell growth and spread.
Doctors study the pathogenesis of infections to prescribe appropriate antibiotics.
Research is ongoing to unravel the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease.
Understanding the pathogenesis of a disease helps in developing effective treatments.
