Symptomatic treatment refers to the management of individual symptoms of a disease or condition, rather than treating the underlying cause. This approach aims to alleviate specific symptoms, such as pain, nausea, or inflammation, to improve the patient's quality of life and overall well-being. Symptomatic treatment is often used in situations where the underlying cause of a condition is unknown or cannot be effectively treated. Common examples of symptomatic treatments include painkillers for pain relief, antiemetics for nausea, and anti-inflammatory drugs for reducing inflammation.