Prognosticate vs. Prognosis — What's the Difference?

To indicate beforehand; to foretell.

A medical term denoting the likely outcome of a disease.

To make predictions about future events based on current data.

A prediction of the future course, outcome, and condition.

To predict according to present indications or signs; foretoken.

A medical judgment of the future course of a disease and the patient's prospects.

To forecast or predict something from signs or indications.

A forecast of the probable course and outcome of a disease.

To speak about future events; prophecy.

Prognosis (Greek: πρόγνωσις "fore-knowing, foreseeing") is a medical term for predicting the likely or expected development of a disease, including whether the signs and symptoms will improve or worsen (and how quickly) or remain stable over time; expectations of quality of life, such as the ability to carry out daily activities; the potential for complications and associated health issues; and the likelihood of survival (including life expectancy). A prognosis is made on the basis of the normal course of the diagnosed disease, the individual's physical and mental condition, the available treatments, and additional factors.

To predict according to present indications or signs; foretell.

A prediction of the probable course and outcome of a disease.

To foreshadow; portend

The likelihood of recovery from a disease.

(transitive) To predict or forecast, especially through the application of skill.

A forecast or prediction

(transitive) To presage, betoken.

A forecast of the future course or outcome of a situation based on what is presently known; a prediction.

To indicate as future; to foretell from signs or symptoms; to prophesy; to foreshow; to predict; as, to prognosticate evil.

(medicine) A forecast of the future course or outcome of a disease or disorder based on current medical knowledge.

Make a prediction about; tell in advance;

The act or art of foretelling the course and termination of a disease; also, the outlook afforded by this act of judgment; as, the prognosis of hydrophobia is bad.

Indicate by signs;

A prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop

A prediction of the course of a disease

It depends on many factors, including the disease, available treatments, and advancements in medicine.

Prognosticate is the act of predicting generally, while prognosis is a specific medical prediction about disease outcomes.

Experts in various fields, such as economists, meteorologists, and medical professionals, can prognosticate in their respective areas.

Yes, it can be used broadly in any context involving predictions.

Yes, a prognosis can be positive if the likely outcome of the condition is favorable.

Factors include the type and stage of the disease, the patient’s overall health, and treatment options.

Technology enhances the accuracy of predictions in various fields, including weather forecasting and economic analysis.

Yes, in medical terms, it specifically refers to predictions about the course of diseases.

Only qualified healthcare professionals should provide medical prognoses.

Yes, various tools and models are used in medicine to aid in making accurate prognoses.

No, prognostications are predictions based on current data and can change with new information.

Yes, as new treatments are developed and more information becomes available, a prognosis can change.

Through experience, continuous study, and keeping up-to-date with advancements in their field.

It helps in preparing for future economic conditions and making informed decisions.

No, prognosis can apply to any disease, indicating any likely outcomes, not just terminal cases.