ongoing condition
[/ɑːnˈɡoʊɪŋ kənˈdɪʃən/]
noun phrasepl: ongoing conditions
condição contínua / condição permanente / condição em andamento
1. A medical, legal, or situational state that persists over time without resolution or conclusion
His diabetes is an ongoing condition that requires daily management.
Seu diabetes é uma condição contínua que requer gerenciamento diário.
2. A circumstance or situation that continues to exist and develop
The political tension between the two countries remains an ongoing condition.
A tensão política entre os dois países permanece uma condição em andamento.
3. In healthcare, a chronic or persistent health problem
Patients with ongoing conditions should schedule regular check-ups.
Pacientes com condições contínuas devem agendar consultas regulares.
In both Brazilian and American medical contexts, this term is essential for discussing chronic illnesses and long-term health management. It reflects the modern healthcare focus on conditions that require continuous care rather than cure. The phrase is widely used in insurance, disability benefits, and medical records.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a condition that won't go away
living with an ongoing condition
managing an ongoing condition
an ongoing issue that needs attention
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