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subjective evidence of infection and disease as perceived by the patient is called a(n)
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Explanation:

In medical terminology, symptoms are the subjective experiences reported by the patient. They contrast with signs, which are objective findings observed by healthcare providers. For example, a patient saying "I have a headache" is a symptom (subjective), while a doctor measuring a high - temperature (using a thermometer) is a sign (objective). The question specifically mentions "subjective evidence... as perceived by the patient", which directly aligns with the definition of a symptom.

Answer:

symptom