What is another word for prodrome?
Pronunciation: [pɹˈɒdɹə͡ʊm] (IPA) 
Prodrome is a term used to describe the early signs or symptoms of a disease or condition. There are different synonyms that can be used to refer to prodrome such as premonitory, warning, preliminary, initiating, preliminary symptoms or signs. These synonyms are helpful in describing the early signs that usually indicate the onset of a certain disease or condition. Premonitory or warning symptoms are especially useful in alerting people to potential health issues before they become more serious, while initiating symptoms highlight the point at which a disease actually begins. In all, these different synonyms help provide varied ways of expressing the same concept, and they are useful in medical and scientific contexts.
