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Vocabolario per IELTS Academic (Punteggio 8-9) - Medicine

Qui, imparerai alcune parole inglesi relative alla Medicina che sono necessarie per l'esame accademico IELTS.

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (8)
biopsy
biopsy
[sostantivo]

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** della prostata viene comunemente eseguita per rilevare e diagnosticare il cancro alla prostata negli uomini con livelli elevati di antigene prostatico specifico (PSA).
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catheter
catheter
[sostantivo]

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

catetere

catetere

Ex: The nurse carefully secured the catheter to prevent accidental dislodgment .L'infermiera ha fissato con cura il **catetere** per evitarne lo spostamento accidentale.
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chemotherapy
chemotherapy
[sostantivo]

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

chemioterapia

chemioterapia

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rheumatology
rheumatology
[sostantivo]

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

reumatologia

reumatologia

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suture
suture
[sostantivo]

a surgical seam made to close a wound or incision

Ex: The patient 's suture was neat and well-aligned .
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urology
urology
[sostantivo]

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

urologia

urologia

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ophthalmology
ophthalmology
[sostantivo]

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

oculistico

oculistico

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otorhinolaryngology

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

otorinolaringoiatria

otorinolaringoiatria

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dermatology
dermatology
[sostantivo]

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

dermatologia

dermatologia

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radiology
radiology
[sostantivo]

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

radiologico

radiologico

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

oncologia

oncologia

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 .Il centro di ricerca in **oncologia** è dedicato alla ricerca di nuovi trattamenti e terapie per migliorare i risultati per i pazienti oncologici e, infine, trovare una cura per la malattia.
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stethoscope
stethoscope
[sostantivo]

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

stetoscopio

stetoscopio

Ex: The veterinarian used a specialized stethoscope designed for animals to assess the health of the dog 's heart and lungs .Il veterinario ha utilizzato uno **stetoscopio** specializzato progettato per gli animali per valutare la salute del cuore e dei polmoni del cane.
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antidote
antidote
[sostantivo]

a substance that counteracts or controls the effects of a poison

antidoto

antidoto

Ex: Education about potential hazards and their corresponding antidotes can help prevent and mitigate the effects of poisoning incidents .L'educazione sui pericoli potenziali e sui corrispondenti **antidoti** può aiutare a prevenire e mitigare gli effetti degli incidenti di avvelenamento.
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homeopathy
homeopathy
[sostantivo]

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

omeopatia

omeopatia

Ex: Homeopathy uses highly diluted substances which practitioners believe can trigger the body's natural healing abilities.L'**omeopatia** utilizza sostanze altamente diluite che i praticanti credono possano innescare le capacità naturali di guarigione del corpo.
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chiropractic
chiropractic
[sostantivo]

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

chiropratica

chiropratica

Ex: Research studies have shown that chiropractic treatment can be effective in managing conditions such as lower back pain, headaches, and sciatica.Studi di ricerca hanno dimostrato che il trattamento **chiropratico** può essere efficace nella gestione di condizioni come il mal di schiena, il mal di testa e la sciatica.
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syringe
syringe
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a tube with a long hollow needle at the end that is used to inject or withdraw fluids

siringa

siringa

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ointment
ointment
[sostantivo]

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

unguento

unguento

Ex: The herbal ointment provided relief from the insect bites by soothing the itching and reducing inflammation .L'**unguento** a base di erbe ha fornito sollievo dalle punture di insetti lenendo il prurito e riducendo l'infiammazione.
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analgesic
analgesic
[sostantivo]

a pain-relieving medication

analgesico

analgesico

Ex: Individuals with chronic headaches often rely on analgesics to alleviate pain and improve daily functioning .Le persone con mal di testa cronico spesso si affidano agli **analgesici** per alleviare il dolore e migliorare il funzionamento quotidiano.
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anticoagulant
anticoagulant
[sostantivo]

a substance or medication that inhibits the clotting of blood

anticoagulante, fluidificante del sangue

anticoagulante, fluidificante del sangue

Ex: In cases of pulmonary embolism , emergency room physicians often administer anticoagulants to prevent further clot formation .In caso di embolia polmonare, i medici del pronto soccorso spesso somministrano **anticoagulanti** per prevenire la formazione di ulteriori coaguli.
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decongestant
decongestant
[sostantivo]

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

decongestionante

decongestionante

Ex: It 's important to follow the recommended dosage instructions when using decongestants to avoid potential side effects or drug interactions .È importante seguire le istruzioni di dosaggio raccomandate quando si utilizzano **decongestionanti** per evitare potenziali effetti collaterali o interazioni farmacologiche.
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hypnotic
hypnotic
[sostantivo]

a medication that induces sleep

ipnotico, sonnifero

ipnotico, sonnifero

Ex: The primary care physician considered a herbal hypnotic supplement as an alternative for the patient seeking a natural sleep aid.Il medico di medicina generale ha considerato un integratore **ipnotico** a base di erbe come alternativa per il paziente che cerca un aiuto naturale per dormire.
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prophylactic
prophylactic
[sostantivo]

a drug, vaccine, or treatment used to prevent infection or disease

Ex: Early administration of a prophylactic can stop symptoms from appearing .
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lozenge
lozenge
[sostantivo]

a small tablet containing medicine, intended to dissolve slowly in the mouth

pasticca

pasticca

Ex: The lozenge provided quick relief from dryness .
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draught
draught
[sostantivo]

a dose of a medicine in the form of a liquid

pescaggio

pescaggio

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salve
salve
[sostantivo]

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

balsamo

balsamo

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