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virulent
[Adjetivo]

(of a disease) able to make one sick

virulento

virulento

Ex: The virulent bacteria spread quickly through the population, causing widespread illness.Las bacterias **virulentas** se propagaron rápidamente entre la población, causando una enfermedad generalizada.
inert
[Adjetivo]

not moving or active

inerte

inerte

Ex: The inert body of the bear lay motionless in its den during hibernation .El cuerpo **inerte** del oso yacía inmóvil en su guarida durante la hibernación.
to dazzle
[Verbo]

to make someone unable to see for a short time due to a strong or brilliant light

deslumbrar, encandilar

deslumbrar, encandilar

Ex: His eyes were dazzled by the glittering reflection off the water .Sus ojos quedaron **deslumbrados** por el brillante reflejo del agua.
analgesia
[Sustantivo]

the loss of the ability to feel pain while remaining fully awake and conscious

analgesia, insensibilidad al dolor

analgesia, insensibilidad al dolor

Ex: The doctor monitored the patient 's analgesia throughout the surgery .El médico monitoreó la **analgesia** del paciente durante toda la cirugía.
anemia
[Sustantivo]

a condition in which the number of healthy red blood cells in one's body is low

anemia

anemia

Ex: Anemia is common in individuals with nutritional deficiencies .**La anemia** es común en personas con deficiencias nutricionales.
aphasia
[Sustantivo]

a neurological disorder affecting language comprehension or production

afasia, afasia

afasia, afasia

Ex: Aphasia can result from injury to the left hemisphere of the brain.La **afasia** puede resultar de una lesión en el hemisferio izquierdo del cerebro.
apoplexy
[Sustantivo]

sudden unconsciousness caused by a blocked or burst blood vessel in the brain, cutting off its oxygen supply

apoplejía, ataque cerebral

apoplejía, ataque cerebral

Ex: The patient's apoplexy was traced to a ruptured artery in the brain.La **apoplejía** del paciente se atribuyó a una arteria rota en el cerebro.
arrhythmic
[Adjetivo]

pertaining to an irregular heartbeat

arrítmico, irregular

arrítmico, irregular

Ex: The ECG showed arrhythmic patterns in the cardiac cycle .El ECG mostró patrones **arrítmicos** en el ciclo cardíaco.
atrophy
[Sustantivo]

the gradual wasting away or shrinkage of a body tissue or organ, typically due to lack of use, injury, or a medical condition

atrofia, degeneración

atrofia, degeneración

Ex: Treatment for joint injuries focuses on preventing the atrophy of surrounding tissues .El tratamiento de las lesiones articulares se centra en prevenir la **atrofia** de los tejidos circundantes.
to betoken
[Verbo]

to serve as a clear signal, symptom, or indication of something

indicar, señalar

indicar, señalar

Ex: A persistent cough can betoken an underlying respiratory infection or illness .Una tos persistente puede **indicar** una infección o enfermedad respiratoria subyacente.
callus
[Sustantivo]

an area of skin that has turned hard and rough by being constantly exposed to friction

callo

callo

Ex: He treated his calluses with a special cream to keep his hands smooth .Trató sus **callos** con una crema especial para mantener sus manos suaves.
canker
[Sustantivo]

a painful sore or ulcer inside the mouth or on the lips

afta, úlcera bucal

afta, úlcera bucal

Ex: Cankers often heal on their own within a week or two .Las **llagas** a menudo sanan por sí solas en una o dos semanas.
carcinogenic
[Adjetivo]

having the potential to cause or promote the development of cancer

carcinógeno,  cancerígeno

carcinógeno, cancerígeno

Ex: Identifying and regulating carcinogenic substances is essential for public health and safety .Identificar y regular las sustancias **cancerígenas** es esencial para la salud y seguridad pública.
clot
[Sustantivo]

a thick, solid mass that forms within a liquid when parts of it stick together

coágulo, trombo

coágulo, trombo

Ex: Blood began to form a clot over the wound .La sangre comenzó a formar un **coágulo** sobre la herida.
contusion
[Sustantivo]

a bruise caused by blunt force trauma without piercing the skin

contusión

contusión

lassitude
[Sustantivo]

the condition of not having mental or physical strength or energy

lasitud

lasitud

Ex: Following the intense workout, he was overcome by lassitude and needed a long rest to recover.Tras el intenso entrenamiento, fue superado por la **lasitud** y necesitó un largo descanso para recuperarse.
woozy
[Adjetivo]

feeling dizzy, unsteady, or as if the surroundings are spinning, often making it hard to stay balanced

mareado, aturdido

mareado, aturdido

costive
[Adjetivo]

causing or experiencing difficulty in passing stools; tending to cause constipation

estreñidor, que causa estreñimiento

estreñidor, que causa estreñimiento

Ex: Certain painkillers are known to be costive.Ciertos analgésicos son conocidos por ser **estreñidores**.
stupor
[Sustantivo]

a numbed state caused by sudden shock, grief, or misfortune

sopor

sopor

doddering
[Adjetivo]

physically or mentally trembling due to old age

decrépito

decrépito

Ex: The doddering judge , now retired , was once known for his sharp mind and decisive rulings .El juez **decrépito**, ahora retirado, fue una vez conocido por su mente aguda y sus fallos decisivos.
incapacitated
[Adjetivo]

unable to act, work, or function normally because of a loss of strength, ability, or power

incapacitado, imposibilitado

incapacitado, imposibilitado

Ex: The strike incapacitated the city's transportation system.La huelga **incapacitó** el sistema de transporte de la ciudad.
neurotic
[Adjetivo]

displaying patterns of thought, behavior, or emotion typical of neurosis

neurótico, neurótica

neurótico, neurótica

Ex: Managing stress is often difficult for neurotic individuals .Los hábitos **neuróticos** a menudo provienen de una ansiedad subyacente.
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