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Epistemological Drift

Meaning

Epistemological Drift describes the gradual, often subtle, shift in the foundational scientific knowledge, accepted clinical paradigms, or diagnostic criteria within a medical discipline over a period of time. In the field of hormonal health, this refers to how the established “normal” reference ranges for hormones, the clinical interpretation of ambiguous symptoms, or the standard of care for conditions like perimenopause or androgen deficiency evolve as new research and more precise technologies emerge. This continuous evolution necessitates a commitment to adaptive clinical practice.