Meaning of the word prodromal in English

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prodromal

US /ˌproʊˈdroʊ.məl/
UK /ˌprəʊˈdrəʊ.məl/

Adjective

relating to or constituting the prodrome; symptomatic of the onset of a disease or condition

Example:
The patient experienced several prodromal symptoms before the full onset of the illness.
Identifying prodromal signs can help in early intervention.