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.
了解疾病的病因可以幫助醫生找到最佳治療方法。
The study of the causes of diseases.
Etiology is an important part of medical research to prevent and treat illnesses.
病因學是醫學研究中預防和治療疾病的重要部分。