aftereffect

• Nom désignant une conséquence ou un résultat qui se manifeste après un certain délai, ou un effet différé d'un médicament ou d'une thérapie.

A noun referring to a result or consequence that follows its cause after an interval, or a delayed effect of a drug or therapy.

1. Delayed consequenceB2formal

   A result that occurs after a period of time following its cause.

   Conséquence différée

   • The aftereffects of the economic crisis were felt for years.
   • The medication had an unexpected aftereffect that appeared days later.
   • The aftereffect of the storm was widespread flooding.

   Synonymesaftermathfalloutoutgrowthramificationrepercussionsequel

2. Delayed drug or therapy effectB2formalmedical

   A physical or mental reaction that occurs some time after taking a drug or receiving a treatment.

   Effet différé d'un traitement

   • The patient experienced dizziness as an aftereffect of the anesthesia.
   • Some chemotherapy aftereffects include fatigue and nausea.
   • The doctor warned about possible aftereffects of the new vaccine.

   Synonymessequela