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Lista de Palabras Nivel C2 - Medicine

Aquí aprenderás todas las palabras esenciales para hablar sobre medicina, recopiladas específicamente para estudiantes de nivel C2.

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
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.
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.
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.
draft
[Sustantivo]

a specific measure or quantity of liquid medication, typically prescribed for oral administration

una dosis, una poción

una dosis, una poción

Ex: The pharmacist carefully measured a draft of insulin for the diabetic patient 's daily injections .El farmacéutico midió cuidadosamente una **dosis** de insulina para las inyecciones diarias del paciente diabético.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
antiviral
[Sustantivo]

a drug that fights viral infections

antiviral

antiviral

Ex: Healthcare providers may recommend antivirals as a preventive measure for individuals at high risk of certain viral infections , such as influenza or cytomegalovirus .
prognosis
[Sustantivo]

a professional opinion regarding the likely course of an illness

pronóstico

pronóstico

Ex: The veterinarian discussed the prognosis for the cat 's kidney disease , outlining potential treatment options and expected outcomes .El veterinario discutió el **pronóstico** para la enfermedad renal del gato, esbozando las opciones de tratamiento potenciales y los resultados esperados.
antipyretic
[Sustantivo]

a medication that reduces fever by lowering body temperature

antipirético, febrífugo

antipirético, febrífugo

Ex: Paracetamol is another name for acetaminophen , a popular antipyretic.El paracetamol es otro nombre para el acetaminofén, un **antipirético** popular.
pathogenesis
[Sustantivo]

the mechanism by which a disease develops and progresses within the body

patogénesis, patogenia

patogénesis, patogenia

Ex: Understanding the pathogenesis of a disease helps in developing effective treatments .Comprender la **patogénesis** de una enfermedad ayuda a desarrollar tratamientos efectivos.
neoplasia
[Sustantivo]

the abnormal growth of cells, leading to the formation of a tumor or mass, often associated with cancer

neoplasia, formación tumoral

neoplasia, formación tumoral

Ex: Treatment options for neoplasia include surgery , chemotherapy , and radiation therapy .Las opciones de tratamiento para la **neoplasia** incluyen cirugía, quimioterapia y radioterapia.
metastasis
[Sustantivo]

the spread of cancer cells from one part to other body parts

metástasis, diseminación metastásica

metástasis, diseminación metastásica

Ex: The spread of cancer through metastasis makes treatment more challenging .La propagación del cáncer a través de la **metástasis** hace que el tratamiento sea más desafiante.
speculum
[Sustantivo]

a medical instrument used during the internal genitalia examination to dilate the opening of a body cavity

espéculo

espéculo

Ex: Patients undergoing a speculum examination are often advised to relax and breathe deeply to ease any discomfort during the procedure .A los pacientes que se someten a un examen con **espéculo** a menudo se les aconseja que se relajen y respiren profundamente para aliviar cualquier molestia durante el procedimiento.
amylase test
[Sustantivo]

a medical laboratory test used to measure amylase enzyme levels in blood or urine for diagnosing pancreatic conditions

prueba de amilasa, análisis de amilasa

prueba de amilasa, análisis de amilasa

Ex: The amylase test is often used in conjunction with lipase testing to evaluate suspected cases of acute pancreatitis .La **prueba de amilasa** se utiliza a menudo junto con la prueba de lipasa para evaluar casos sospechosos de pancreatitis aguda.
bronchodilator
[Sustantivo]

a medicine that helps open up the airways in the lungs for easier breathing

broncodilatador, dilatador de los bronquios

broncodilatador, dilatador de los bronquios

Ex: Using a bronchodilator before exercise can prevent exercise-induced asthma symptoms .Usar un **broncodilatador** antes del ejercicio puede prevenir los síntomas de asma inducidos por el ejercicio.
thrombolysis
[Sustantivo]

a medical procedure that involves the administration of medication to dissolve blood clots

trombolisis, disolución de coágulos sanguíneos

trombolisis, disolución de coágulos sanguíneos

Ex: This hospital has a dedicated thrombolysis team for emergency cases .Este hospital tiene un equipo dedicado a la **trombolisis** para casos de emergencia.
arthroscopy
[Sustantivo]

a minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows doctors to visualize, diagnose, and treat problems inside a joint using a small camera and specialized instruments

artroscopia

artroscopia

Ex: Arthroscopy allows for a quicker recovery compared to traditional open surgery.La **artroscopia** permite una recuperación más rápida en comparación con la cirugía abierta tradicional.
bronchoscopy
[Sustantivo]

a procedure to examine the airways and lungs using a flexible tube with a camera

broncoscopia

broncoscopia

Ex: After the bronchoscopy, the patient may experience minor discomfort , such as a sore throat or cough , but these symptoms typically resolve quickly .Después de la **broncoscopia**, el paciente puede experimentar molestias menores, como dolor de garganta o tos, pero estos síntomas suelen resolverse rápidamente.
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