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Salud y Enfermedad - Enfermedades específicas

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con enfermedades específicas como "rabia", "cáncer" y "polio".

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bilharzia
bilharzia
[Sustantivo]

a parasitic infection transmitted through contaminated freshwater

esquistosomiasis, bilharzia

esquistosomiasis, bilharzia

Ex: Prevention includes avoiding contact with stagnant water in regions where bilharzia is prevalent. 

La prevención incluye evitar el contacto con agua estancada en regiones donde la esquistosomiasis es prevalente.

chronic fatigue syndrome

a disorder characterized by severe fatigue that is not relieved by rest, along with other symptoms like pain, cognitive problems, and sleep disturbances

síndrome de fatiga crónica, encefalomielitis miálgica

síndrome de fatiga crónica, encefalomielitis miálgica

AIDS
AIDS
[Sustantivo]

a serious disease caused by a virus that attacks the body's immune system and weakens it, can cause death in severe cases

sida

sida

Ex: Many organizations work tirelessly to raise awareness about AIDS and support those living with the illness. 

Muchas organizaciones trabajan incansablemente para crear conciencia sobre el SIDA y apoyar a quienes viven con la enfermedad.

encephalitis
encephalitis
[Sustantivo]

the inflammation of the brain, often caused by viral infections, leading to symptoms such as fever, headache, and altered mental function

encefalitis

encefalitis

Ex: Jenny experienced confusion and a high fever, prompting concern for encephalitis, an inflammation of her brain. 

Jenny experimentó confusión y fiebre alta, lo que generó preocupación por encefalitis, una inflamación de su cerebro.

glaucoma
glaucoma
[Sustantivo]

an eye condition characterized by increased pressure within the eye, which can lead to optic nerve damage and vision loss if not treated

glaucoma, glaucoma

glaucoma, glaucoma

Ex: Increased pressure in the eye can damage the optic nerve, causing peripheral vision loss in glaucoma. 

El aumento de presión en el ojo puede dañar el nervio óptico, causando pérdida de visión periférica en el glaucoma.

polio
polio
[Sustantivo]

a disabling and life-threatening disease that causes nerve injuries leading to permanent paralysis, happens mostly in children younger than five

poliomielitis, polio

poliomielitis, polio

Ex: The government launched a polio vaccination campaign. 

El gobierno lanzó una campaña de vacunación contra la polio.

rabies
rabies
[Sustantivo]

a viral disease of mammals, particularly dogs that is usually passed to humans through the bite of an infected animal

rabia, hidrofobia

rabia, hidrofobia

sleeping sickness
sleeping sickness
[Sustantivo]

a tropical disease transmitted by tsetse flies, causing fever, headaches, and etc.

enfermedad del sueño, tripanosomiasis africana

enfermedad del sueño, tripanosomiasis africana

Ex: Control measures focus on reducing tsetse fly populations to prevent the spread of the disease. 

Las medidas de control se centran en reducir las poblaciones de moscas tsetsé para prevenir la propagación de la enfermedad del sueño.

thrush
thrush
[Sustantivo]

a fungal infection, often causing white patches and discomfort in areas like the mouth, diaper region, or genitals

candidiasis, algodoncillo

candidiasis, algodoncillo

Ex: Individuals with weakened immune systems may be more susceptible to thrush infections. 

Las personas con sistemas inmunológicos debilitados pueden ser más susceptibles a las infecciones por candidiasis.

cancer
cancer
[Sustantivo]

a serious disease caused by the uncontrolled growth of cells in a part of the body that may spread to other parts

cáncer

cáncer

Ex: Early detection is crucial in successfully treating prostate cancer. 

La detección temprana es crucial para tratar con éxito el cáncer de próstata.

Alzheimer's disease

a progressive neurologic disorder, particularly affecting older people, that slowly destroys brain cells and causes thinking ability and memory to deteriorate over time

enfermedad de Alzheimer, Alzhéimer

enfermedad de Alzheimer, Alzhéimer

pellagra
pellagra
[Sustantivo]

a disease caused by severe vitamin B3 or niacin deficiency and characterized by skin changes, mental symptoms, and diarrhea

pelagra

pelagra

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease

a rare and potentially fatal disease that primarily affects the brain and causes brain damage that aggravates over time

ECJ

ECJ

beriberi
beriberi
[Sustantivo]

a nutritional deficiency disease caused by a lack of vitamin B1

el beriberi, la deficiencia de tiamina

el beriberi, la deficiencia de tiamina

Ex: Beriberi can manifest as cardiovascular symptoms, such as an enlarged heart, in severe cases. 

El beriberi puede manifestarse como síntomas cardiovasculares, como un corazón agrandado, en casos graves.

motor neurone disease

a group of rare neurodegenerative disorders that affect the nerves, neurones, that control voluntary muscle movements

esclerosis lateral amiotrófica

esclerosis lateral amiotrófica

Parkinson's disease

a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement and can cause tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with coordination

la enfermedad de Parkinson

la enfermedad de Parkinson

Ex: The neurologist diagnosed Robert with Parkinson's disease after observing his muscle rigidity. 

El neurólogo diagnosticó a Robert con la enfermedad de Parkinson después de observar su rigidez muscular.

radiation sickness
radiation sickness
[Sustantivo]

illness caused by exposure to high levels of radiation, leading to symptoms like nausea and weakness

enfermedad por radiación

enfermedad por radiación

Ex: Patients undergoing radiation therapy for cancer sometimes encounter mild forms of radiation sickness. 

Los pacientes que se someten a radioterapia para el cáncer a veces encuentran formas leves de enfermedad por radiación.

rheumatic fever
rheumatic fever
[Sustantivo]

an inflammatory illness that can occur after a streptococcal throat infection, affecting the heart, joints, and other tissues

fiebre reumática, reumatismo articular agudo

fiebre reumática, reumatismo articular agudo

Ex: Rheumatic fever can lead to joint pain and inflammation, particularly in the knees and elbows. 

La fiebre reumática puede provocar dolor en las articulaciones e inflamación, especialmente en las rodillas y los codos.

silicosis
silicosis
[Sustantivo]

a lung disease caused by inhaling fine silica dust, often resulting from prolonged exposure to activities like mining or stone cutting

silicosis, enfermedad pulmonar causada por la inhalación de polvo fino de sílice

silicosis, enfermedad pulmonar causada por la inhalación de polvo fino de sílice

Ex: Regular health check-ups are crucial for individuals at risk of silicosis to detect the disease early. 

Los chequeos de salud regulares son cruciales para las personas en riesgo de silicosis para detectar la enfermedad temprano.

aneurysm
aneurysm
[Sustantivo]

a bulge or ballooning in the wall of an artery, often caused by a weakened vessel

aneurisma, aneurismas

aneurisma, aneurismas

Ex: Early detection of an aneurysm allows for intervention before it becomes life-threatening. 

La detección temprana de un aneurisma permite la intervención antes de que se vuelva mortal.

angina
angina
[Sustantivo]

an inflammatory infection of the throat, especially quinsy, marked by throat abscess and discomfort

angina, amigdalitis

angina, amigdalitis

Ex: Antibiotics are commonly prescribed to treat the bacterial infection causing angina. 

Los antibióticos se recetan comúnmente para tratar la infección bacteriana que causa la angina.

asthma
asthma
[Sustantivo]

a disease that causes shortness of breath and difficulty in breathing

asma

asma

Ex: Asthma attacks can be triggered by allergens, respiratory infections, exercise, or stress. 

Los ataques de asma pueden ser provocados por alérgenos, infecciones respiratorias, ejercicio o estrés.

fibromyalgia
fibromyalgia
[Sustantivo]

a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain, tenderness, and other symptoms like fatigue, sleep disturbances, and mood changes

fibromialgia, síndrome fibromiálgico

fibromialgia, síndrome fibromiálgico

hepatitis
hepatitis
[Sustantivo]

inflammatory condition of the liver caused by a variety of infectious viruses or over-consumption of alcohol

hepatitis

hepatitis

cirrhosis
cirrhosis
[Sustantivo]

a late-stage scarring of the liver caused by drinking too much alcohol

cirrosis

cirrosis

heart disease
heart disease
[Sustantivo]

a broad term encompassing various conditions affecting the heart, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and valvular disorders

enfermedad cardíaca

enfermedad cardíaca

Ex: The cardiologist recommended medication to manage Mary's heart disease and improve cardiac function. 

El cardiólogo recomendó medicamentos para controlar la enfermedad cardíaca de Mary y mejorar la función cardíaca.

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