GAD
Term · Oncology and biomedicine · MLC-T-ONC-003379
A condition marked by excessive worry and feelings of fear, dread, and uneasiness that last six months or longer. Other symptoms of GAD include being restless, being tired or irritable, muscle tension, not being able to concentrate or sleep well, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, sweating, and dizziness. Also called generalized anxiety disorder.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ONC-003379 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oncology and biomedicine |
| Expansions | generalized anxiety disorder |
| References | NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A condition marked by excessive worry and feelings of fear, dread, and uneasiness that last six months or longer. Other symptoms of GAD include being restless, being tired or irritable, muscle tension, not being able to concentrate or sleep well, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, sweating, and dizziness. Also called generalized anxiety disorder.",
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