Health & The Body
Words for describing symptoms, visiting a doctor, and talking about how you feel physically.
A sign that shows you are ill.
“A cough and fever are common symptoms of the flu.”
A planned meeting, often with a doctor.
“I have a dentist appointment tomorrow morning.”
A doctor’s written order for medicine.
“The doctor gave me a prescription for antibiotics.”
Medicine that reduces pain.
“I took a painkiller for my headache.”
A bad reaction the body has to something, like food or pollen.
“She has an allergy to cats.”
Damage to a part of the body.
“He got a knee injury while playing football.”
To get better after being ill or injured.
“It took her a month to fully recover from the surgery.”
A doctor’s conclusion about what illness someone has.
“After several tests, they finally had a diagnosis.”
Medical care given to cure or manage an illness.
“The treatment lasted about six weeks.”
A regular medical exam to check your general health.
“I have a yearly checkup with my doctor.”
A body temperature that is higher than normal.
“He stayed home because he had a fever.”
Extremely tired.
“I was exhausted after the long flight.”
Pain or discomfort in the throat.
“I woke up with a sore throat and a cough.”
Basic emergency medical help given before a doctor arrives.
“She learned first aid at a weekend course.”
The state of being healthy, happy, and comfortable.
“The company started offering programs for staff wellbeing.”
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