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Vocabulario para IELTS Academic (Puntuación 8-9) - Medicine

Aquí, aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con la Medicina que son necesarias para el examen académico IELTS.

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (8)
biopsy
[Sustantivo]

the process of removing and analyzing tissue from the body of a sick person to learn more about their condition

biopsia

biopsia

Ex: A prostate biopsy is commonly performed to detect and diagnose prostate cancer in men with elevated prostate-specific antigen ( PSA ) levels .Una **biopsia** de próstata se realiza comúnmente para detectar y diagnosticar cáncer de próstata en hombres con niveles elevados de antígeno prostático específico (PSA).
catheter
[Sustantivo]

a flexible tube inserted into one's bladder, to drain and collect urine

catéter

catéter

Ex: The nurse carefully secured the catheter to prevent accidental dislodgment .La enfermera aseguró cuidadosamente el **catéter** para evitar su desplazamiento accidental.
chemotherapy
[Sustantivo]

the process of treating a disease, particularly cancer, using chemicals

quimioterapia

quimioterapia

rheumatology
[Sustantivo]

the branch of medical science particularly concerned with the joints, soft tissues, and autoimmune diseases

reumatología

reumatología

suture
[Sustantivo]

a stitch or series of stitches made to secure the edges of a wound or surgical opening

sutura

sutura

Ex: The athlete received several stitches as the sports medicine physician applied a suture to the deep cut on the knee .El atleta recibió varios puntos mientras el médico de medicina deportiva aplicaba una **sutura** al corte profundo en la rodilla.
urology
[Sustantivo]

the branch of medical science concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of the urinary system

urología

urología

ophthalmology
[Sustantivo]

the branch of medical science dealing with the eye, its functions, and diseases

oftalmología

oftalmología

a branch of medicine that primarily focuses on the diagnosis, management, and treatment of disorders of the ear, nose, and throat

otorrinolaringología

otorrinolaringología

dermatology
[Sustantivo]

the scientific study of the skin, its structure, diseases, and functions

dermatología

dermatología

radiology
[Sustantivo]

the branch of medical science that primarily focuses on the use of radiation for diagnosis and treatment

radiología

radiología

oncology
[Sustantivo]

a branch of medical science that specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer

oncología

oncología

Ex: The oncology research center is dedicated to finding new treatments and therapies to improve outcomes for cancer patients and ultimately find a cure for the disease .El centro de investigación en **oncología** está dedicado a encontrar nuevos tratamientos y terapias para mejorar los resultados de los pacientes con cáncer y, en última instancia, encontrar una cura para la enfermedad.
stethoscope
[Sustantivo]

a medical instrument used in auscultation for detecting sounds generated inside the body, such as heartbeat and breathing

estetoscopio

estetoscopio

Ex: The veterinarian used a specialized stethoscope designed for animals to assess the health of the dog 's heart and lungs .El veterinario utilizó un **estetoscopio** especializado diseñado para animales para evaluar la salud del corazón y los pulmones del perro.
antidote
[Sustantivo]

a substance that counteracts or controls the effects of a poison

antídoto

antídoto

Ex: Education about potential hazards and their corresponding antidotes can help prevent and mitigate the effects of poisoning incidents .La educación sobre los peligros potenciales y sus **antídotos** correspondientes puede ayudar a prevenir y mitigar los efectos de los incidentes de envenenamiento.
homeopathy
[Sustantivo]

a medical system that treats the disease by administering substances that mimic the symptoms of those diseases in healthy persons

homeopatía

homeopatía

Ex: Homeopathy uses highly diluted substances which practitioners believe can trigger the body's natural healing abilities.La **homeopatía** utiliza sustancias altamente diluidas que los practicantes creen que pueden desencadenar las habilidades naturales de curación del cuerpo.
chiropractic
[Sustantivo]

a system of noninvasive therapy that involves pressing and moving a person's joints or spine

quiropráctica

quiropráctica

Ex: Research studies have shown that chiropractic treatment can be effective in managing conditions such as lower back pain, headaches, and sciatica.Los estudios de investigación han demostrado que el tratamiento **quiropractico** puede ser eficaz en el manejo de afecciones como el dolor lumbar, los dolores de cabeza y la ciática.
syringe
[Sustantivo]

a tube with a long hollow needle at the end that is used to inject or withdraw fluids

jeringa

jeringa

ointment
[Sustantivo]

a substance, usually smooth and oily, rubbed on the skin for medical purposes

ungüento, pomada

ungüento, pomada

Ex: The herbal ointment provided relief from the insect bites by soothing the itching and reducing inflammation .La **pomada** herbal proporcionó alivio de las picaduras de insectos al calmar la picazón y reducir la inflamación.
analgesic
[Sustantivo]

a pain-relieving medication

analgésico

analgésico

Ex: Individuals with chronic headaches often rely on analgesics to alleviate pain and improve daily functioning .Las personas con dolores de cabeza crónicos a menudo dependen de los **analgésicos** para aliviar el dolor y mejorar el funcionamiento diario.
anticoagulant
[Sustantivo]

a substance or medication that inhibits the clotting of blood

anticoagulante, fluidificante de la sangre

anticoagulante, fluidificante de la sangre

Ex: In cases of pulmonary embolism , emergency room physicians often administer anticoagulants to prevent further clot formation .En casos de embolia pulmonar, los médicos de urgencias a menudo administran **anticoagulantes** para prevenir la formación de más coágulos.
decongestant
[Sustantivo]

a type of medicine used when someone has a cold and a blocked nose to help them breathe more easily

descongestionante, un medicamento descongestionante

descongestionante, un medicamento descongestionante

Ex: It 's important to follow the recommended dosage instructions when using decongestants to avoid potential side effects or drug interactions .Es importante seguir las instrucciones de dosificación recomendadas al usar **descongestionantes** para evitar posibles efectos secundarios o interacciones con otros medicamentos.
hypnotic
[Sustantivo]

a medication that induces sleep

hipnótico, somnífero

hipnótico, somnífero

Ex: The primary care physician considered a herbal hypnotic supplement as an alternative for the patient seeking a natural sleep aid.El médico de atención primaria consideró un suplemento **hipnótico** herbal como una alternativa para el paciente que busca un auxilio natural para dormir.
prophylactic
[Sustantivo]

a preventive measure or substance, such as a medication or treatment, taken to protect against the occurrence of a disease or other unwanted health condition

profiláctico, medicamento preventivo

profiláctico, medicamento preventivo

Ex: Good dental hygiene, like brushing and flossing, is a prophylactic habit to prevent tooth decay.Una buena higiene dental, como cepillarse y usar hilo dental, es un hábito **profiláctico** para prevenir la caries.
lozenge
[Sustantivo]

a sweet-flavored small and often lozenge-shaped tablet that dissolves in one's mouth, usually taken for sore throat

pastilla, gragea

pastilla, gragea

Ex: The dentist prescribed a numbing lozenge to ease the discomfort after the dental procedure .El dentista recetó una **pastilla** anestésica para aliviar las molestias después del procedimiento dental.
draught
[Sustantivo]

a dose of a medicine in the form of a liquid

trago

trago

salve
[Sustantivo]

any medicinal ointment that accelerates the recovery of the skin barrier or protects it

pomada, ungüento

pomada, ungüento

Vocabulario para IELTS Academic (Puntuación 8-9)
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