degenerative

• Beschreibt einen Zustand oder Prozess, der sich im Laufe der Zeit allmählich verschlechtert oder abbaut; häufig im medizinischen Kontext verwendet.

Describes a condition or process that gradually worsens or deteriorates over time, often used in medical contexts.

1. Progressive deteriorationB2formalmedical

   Relating to a disease or condition that causes a gradual decline in the structure or function of tissues or organs.

   Degenerativ

   • The patient was diagnosed with a degenerative joint disease.
   • Degenerative conditions often worsen over time.
   • Research focuses on slowing the progression of degenerative illnesses.

   Synonymedebilitatingprogressivewastingworsening

   Antonymerestorative