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Physiological Consequences

Meaning

Physiological Consequences are the measurable, functional changes that manifest within the body’s integrated systems, organs, and cells as a direct result of a specific stimulus, underlying condition, or therapeutic intervention. These outcomes reflect the body’s attempt to adapt or maladapt to a perturbation, ranging from the systemic effects of chronic stress to the cellular changes induced by hormone replacement therapy. Clinically, the rigorous evaluation of these consequences is the foundational basis for assessing disease progression, determining treatment efficacy, and guiding overall health management strategies.