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Words Related to Health and Sickness - Medical Conditions
Here you will learn some English words related to medical conditions such as "allergy", "diabetes", and "insomnia".
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alopecia
[noun]
a medical condition characterized by hair loss or baldness, which can occur on the scalp or other parts of the body
amenorrhoea
[noun]
the absence or abnormal cessation of menstruation in women of reproductive age
anaphylactic shock
[noun]
Severe, life-threatening allergic reaction causing rapid onset, breathing difficulty, low blood pressure, and potential loss of consciousness
anaphylaxis
[noun]
severe and life-threatening allergic reaction with rapid and serious symptoms
arteriosclerosis
[noun]
hardening and thickening of arteries, restricting blood flow and increasing the risk of cardiovascular issues
brain death
[noun]
complete and permanent loss of all brain functions, indicating irreversible cessation of activity
cleft palate
[noun]
a congenital condition where there is an opening or gap in the roof of the mouth, often present from birth
congestion
[noun]
a condition where an excess amount of blood or other fluid accumulates in a part of the body, leading to swelling or discomfort
gallstone
[noun]
a solid particle that forms in the gallbladder, often composed of cholesterol or bilirubin, causing pain or other symptoms
heart failure
[noun]
a medical condition where the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, and fluid retention
hyperglycaemia
[noun]
a medical condition characterized by higher than normal levels of blood glucose, often associated with diabetes or other underlying health issues
hysteria
[noun]
a medical condition in which a person suddenly feels extreme emotions or makes them violent in a way that they cannot control it
immunodeficiency
[noun]
a condition where the immune system is weakened, making the person more vulnerable to infections and illnesses
narcolepsy
[noun]
a neurological condition causing sudden, uncontrollable episodes of sleep, often accompanied by muscle weakness or vivid dreams
osteoporosis
[noun]
a medical condition characterized by weakened bones, making them fragile and more prone to fractures
peptic ulcer
[noun]
an open sore in the stomach or upper part of the small intestine caused by stomach acid erosion, often leading to abdominal pain and discomfort
inflammation
[noun]
a physical condition in which a part of the body becomes swollen, painful, and red as a result of an infection or injury
sepsis
[noun]
a severe, life-threatening response to infection causing widespread inflammation and potential organ failure
sudden infant death syndrome
[noun]
the unexplained and sudden death of an otherwise healthy infant, usually during sleep
emphysema
[noun]
a chronic respiratory condition where the air sacs in the lungs are damaged, leading to difficulty in exhaling air and causing shortness of breath
atrophy
[noun]
the gradual wasting away or shrinkage of a body tissue or organ, typically due to lack of use, injury, or a medical condition
altitude sickness
[noun]
an illness resulting from reduced air pressure and oxygen at high altitudes, causing symptoms like headache and nausea
cardiac arrest
[noun]
a sudden and abrupt loss of heart function, leading to the cessation of blood circulation and vital organ function
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