etiology
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/ˌiːtiˈɑːlədʒi/
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/ˌiːtiˈɒlədʒi/
The reason why a disease or medical condition happens.
Understanding the etiology of the illness can help doctors find the best treatment.
了解疾病的发病机理可以帮助医生找到最佳治疗方法。
The study of the causes of diseases.
Etiology is an important part of medical research to prevent and treat illnesses.
病因学是医学研究中预防和治疗疾病的重要部分。