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diagnosis

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aggravating factor

aggravating factor An aggravating factor is something that makes an existing symptom or condition worse or more intense.

An aggravating factor is something that makes an existing symptom or condition worse or more intense. In the source, social isolation and related emotional states are described as aggravating factors because they may increase pain and other symptoms.