The patient presents with signs and symptoms typically observed in a viral infection, though a specific virus has not been identified.
Used when a patient's presentation suggests a viral illness, but further testing is not yet available or necessary to confirm a specific viral cause.
"Patient presents with fever, cough, and rhinorrhea. Patient's symptoms and examination findings consistent with viral syndrome."
This phrase should be used when a clinician suspects a viral etiology based on the presenting symptoms and physical examination, but a definitive diagnosis hasn't been established.
Common questions about using medical phrases in clinical documentation