👉 The term "recovered" in the context of medicine refers to the process by which a patient's body recovers from an illness or infection. This is typically achieved through the action of natural processes, such as the immune response and the healing process of the body. Recovery can be divided into two main stages: acute recovery and chronic recovery. Acute recovery occurs quickly after a severe injury or illness, while chronic recovery usually takes longer. The body's natural defenses are activated to help fight off