prodrome

/ˈproʊdroʊm/ or /ˈproʊdɹoʊm/

Definitions

1. noun

A set of symptoms or signs that precede the onset of a disease or condition, often indicating that an illness is about to occur.

“The doctor warned that her patient was experiencing a prodrome of flu symptoms, indicating an impending outbreak.”

Synonyms

  • early warning sign
  • precursor

Antonyms

  • aftersymptom
  • consequence