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Convalescent Phase

Noun: The stage of recovery and recuperation following a period of illness, injury, or surgery, where the patient starts to regain their strength and gradually return to normal activities.

Sense 1: The period after a disease or medical condition when the symptoms have improved, and the patient is considered no longer contagious.

Example sentence: After two weeks of fever and fatigue, Sarah finally entered the convalescent phase of her illness.

Sense 2: The time after surgery when the patient is still healing, but no longer requires intense medical care.

Example sentence: During the convalescent phase following her appendectomy, Emma was advised to rest and avoid strenuous activities.

Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of the convalescent phase.

Example sentence: The convalescent phase diet emphasizes nutritious foods to support the body's healing process.