acute illness
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an illness that develops quickly and is severe
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- His grandfather was hospitalized due to a sudden acute illness.
- Recovery from an acute illness can take several weeks.
- The clinic specializes in treating patients with severe acute illnesses.
- Unlike a chronic condition, an acute illness has a rapid onset.
- She had to take time off work to care for her child's acute illness.
- The flu is a common example of an acute illness.
- After battling a serious acute illness, he is now in stable condition.
- A high fever is often the first symptom of an acute illness.
- The insurance plan covers treatment for any acute illness.
- Proper nutrition is crucial when recovering from an acute illness.