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Elenco di Parole Livello C1 - Malattia

Qui imparerai alcune parole inglesi sulla malattia, come "agonia", "vertigini", "asma", ecc., preparate per gli studenti di livello C1.

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CEFR C1 Vocabulary
ailment
ailment
[sostantivo]

an illness, often a minor one

malattia non grave, indisposizione

malattia non grave, indisposizione

Ex: The clinic offers treatment for a wide range of ailments, from allergies to chronic conditions. 

La clinica offre trattamenti per una vasta gamma di malattie, dalle allergie alle condizioni croniche.

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agony
agony
[sostantivo]

severe physical or mental pain

dolore estremo

dolore estremo

Ex: Patients with severe burns often experience excruciating agony during treatment. 

I pazienti con gravi ustioni spesso sperimentano un'agonia straziante durante il trattamento.

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syndrome
syndrome
[sostantivo]

a recognizable group of signs and symptoms that occur together and characterize a particular medical condition

sindrome

sindrome

Ex: Researchers are studying why the syndrome develops in certain patients. 
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acute
acute
[aggettivo]

extremely severe, intense, or serious

acuto

acuto

Ex: Emma became acutely aware of the problem, but the most acute pressure came from rising costs. 
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chronic
chronic
[aggettivo]

(of an illness) difficult to cure and long-lasting

cronico

cronico

Ex: Sarah's chronic migraine headaches often last for days, despite trying different medications. 

Le emicranie croniche di Sarah spesso durano per giorni, nonostante provi diversi farmaci.

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contagious
contagious
[aggettivo]

(of a disease) transmittable from one person to another through close contact

contagioso

contagioso

Ex: Quarantine measures were implemented to contain the outbreak of a contagious virus in the community. 
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breathless
breathless
[aggettivo]

unable to breathe easily

senza fiato

senza fiato

Ex: The sudden onset of bronchitis left her breathless and coughing uncontrollably. 
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dizzy
dizzy
[aggettivo]

unable to keep one's balance and feeling as though everything is circling around one, caused by an illness or looking down from a high place

stordito

stordito

Ex: Certain medications may cause side effects like dizziness and drowsiness in some patients. 

Alcuni farmaci possono causare effetti collaterali come vertigini e sonnolenza in alcuni pazienti.

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fatal
fatal
[aggettivo]

resulting in death

fatale

fatale

Ex: The hiker fell from a cliff and suffered fatal injuries upon impact. 

L'escursionista è caduto da una scogliera e ha riportato ferite mortali all'impatto.

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feverish
feverish
[aggettivo]

having or caused by a fever

febbricitante

febbricitante

Ex: His feverish state prompted his parents to seek medical attention at the urgent care center. 

Il suo stato febbrile ha spinto i suoi genitori a cercare assistenza medica al centro di pronto soccorso.

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swollen
swollen
[aggettivo]

(of a part of the body) unusually large, particularly because of an injury or illness

gonfio

gonfio

Ex: David's swollen face was a result of an allergic reaction to a bee sting. 

Il viso gonfio di David era il risultato di una reazione allergica a una puntura d'ape.

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asthma
asthma
[sostantivo]

a disease that causes shortness of breath and difficulty in breathing

asma

asma

Ex: It's important for people with asthma to work closely with their healthcare providers to manage their condition and prevent exacerbations. 

È importante che le persone con asma lavorino a stretto contatto con i loro fornitori di assistenza sanitaria per gestire la loro condizione e prevenire esacerbazioni.

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bird flu
bird flu
[sostantivo]

a dangerous disease among birds, especially poultry, that can be transmitted to humans and sometimes kill them

aviaria

aviaria

Ex: Vaccination of poultry and proper hygiene practices on farms are key measures to control outbreaks of bird flu. 
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Covid-19
Covid-19
[sostantivo]

an infectious disease caused by a type of virus called coronavirus that causes fever, tiredness, a cough, etc., and in some cases can kill, originated in China and later became a pandemic

Covid-19

Covid-19

Ex: The COVID-19 pandemic has had profound socio-economic impacts, leading to changes in healthcare, travel, and everyday life globally. 

La pandemia di COVID-19 ha avuto profondi impatti socio-economici, portando a cambiamenti nell'assistenza sanitaria, nei viaggi e nella vita quotidiana a livello globale.

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diarrhea
diarrhea
[sostantivo]

a medical condition in which body waste turns to liquid and comes out frequently

diarrea

diarrea

Ex: Chronic diarrhea may indicate underlying health conditions and requires medical evaluation for proper diagnosis and management. 
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hay fever
hay fever
[sostantivo]

an illness that causes a runny nose and watery eyes, caused by dust from plants that come into the body through the air

febbre da fieno

febbre da fieno

Ex: Avoiding allergen exposure and using air filters can help manage hay fever during pollen seasons. 
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HIV
HIV
[sostantivo]

human immunodeficiency virus, a virus that attacks the immune system and can lead to AIDS if untreated

HIV

HIV

Ex: Without treatment, HIV can gradually weaken the immune system. 
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measles
measles
[sostantivo]

a contagious disease that causes high fever and small red spots on the body, common in children

morbillo

morbillo

Ex: Complications of measles can include pneumonia, encephalitis (brain inflammation), and in severe cases, death. 

Le complicazioni del morbillo possono includere polmonite, encefalite (infiammazione del cervello) e, nei casi gravi, la morte.

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plague
plague
[sostantivo]

a dangerous disease spread by rats that causes fever and swellings, often kills if infected

peste

peste

Ex: Symptoms of the plague can include fever, chills, headache, weakness, and painful swollen lymph nodes. 
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stroke
stroke
[sostantivo]

a dangerous condition in which a person loses consciousness as a result of a blood vessel breaking open or becoming blocked in their brain, which could kill or paralyze a part of their body

ictus

ictus

Ex: Common risk factors for stroke include high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking, and obesity. 
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blister
blister
[sostantivo]

a swollen area on the skin filled with liquid, caused by constant rubbing or by burning

vescica

vescica

Ex: In severe cases, large or infected blisters may require medical attention to prevent complications and promote healing. 

Nei casi gravi, le vescicole grandi o infette possono richiedere attenzione medica per prevenire complicazioni e favorire la guarigione.

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lump
lump
[sostantivo]

a swelling or hard mass in or on the body, especially one caused by illness or injury

bernoccolo

bernoccolo

Ex: The swelling gradually formed a noticeable lump near his knee. 
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rash
rash
[sostantivo]

a part of one's skin covered with red spots, which is usually caused by a sickness or an allergic reaction

eruzione cutanea

eruzione cutanea

Ex: Treatment for a rash depends on its cause and may involve topical creams or ointments, oral medications, antihistamines, or addressing the underlying condition. 

Il trattamento per un eruzione cutanea dipende dalla sua causa e può coinvolgere creme o pomate topiche, farmaci orali, antistaminici o affrontare la condizione sottostante.

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scar
scar
[sostantivo]

a mark that is left on one's skin after a wound or cut has healed

cicatrice

cicatrice

Ex: Scars may also carry emotional significance, serving as reminders of past experiences or trauma. 

Le cicatrici possono anche avere un significato emotivo, servendo come promemoria di esperienze passate o traumi.

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swelling
swelling
[sostantivo]

an area of one's body that has become unusually larger, caused by an injury or sickness

gonfiore

gonfiore

Ex: In some cases, swelling can be managed with over-the-counter medications like ibuprofen, which help reduce inflammation and pain. 

In alcuni casi, il gonfiore può essere gestito con farmaci da banco come l'ibuprofene, che aiutano a ridurre l'infiammazione e il dolore.

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collapse
collapse
[sostantivo]

a situation in which a person suddenly falls down or loses consciousness because of tiredness or an illness

collasso, svenimento

collasso, svenimento

Ex: After a collapse, the individual may need further evaluation to identify any underlying medical issues and prevent future episodes. 
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fatigue
fatigue
[sostantivo]

a feeling of extreme tiredness that is usually caused by physical or mental overwork or exercise

fatica

fatica

Ex: Chronic fatigue that persists despite adequate rest may require medical evaluation to identify underlying health issues and develop an appropriate treatment plan. 

La fatica cronica che persiste nonostante un adeguato riposo può richiedere una valutazione medica per identificare problemi di salute sottostanti e sviluppare un piano di trattamento appropriato.

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fracture
fracture
[sostantivo]

a crack or break in a bone or other hard substance

fratturare

fratturare

Ex: The fracture whispered its presence with every step, a reminder of gravity's relentless pull and the fragility of human resilience. 

La frattura sussurrava la sua presenza ad ogni passo, un promemoria dell'inesorabile attrazione della gravità e della fragilità della resilienza umana.

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to bounce back

to regain health after an illness or become successful again after facing difficulties

recuperare

recuperare

Ex: The patient's immune system helped him bounce back from the illness. 

Il sistema immunitario del paziente lo ha aiutato a riprendersi dalla malattia.

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to complain of

to state that one feels ill or one's body part is in pain

lamentarsi di qualcosa

lamentarsi di qualcosa

Ex: Despite complaining of stomach pain, she insisted on finishing the marathon, determined to cross the finish line. 
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to faint
to faint
[Verbo]

to lose consciousness for a short time, especially because of heat, pain, shock, or weakness

svenire

svenire

Ex: Emma had never fainted before that morning. 
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to infect
to infect
[Verbo]

to transmit a disease to a person, animal, or plant

infettare

infettare

Ex: If proper precautions are not taken, the virus will likely infect more individuals. 

Se non vengono prese le dovute precauzioni, è probabile che il virus infetti più individui.

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addict
addict
[sostantivo]

someone who cannot stop taking, using, or smoking a substance

dipendente

dipendente

Ex: Support groups offer a safe space for addicts to share their experiences and seek guidance on the road to recovery. 

I gruppi di sostegno offrono uno spazio sicuro per gli dipendenti per condividere le loro esperienze e cercare guida nel percorso verso la guarigione.

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carrier
carrier
[sostantivo]

a person or animal that carries an infectious agent without showing symptoms and can transmit it to others

vettore

vettore

Ex: The researchers identified several symptom-free carriers in the population. 
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epidemic
epidemic
[sostantivo]

the rapid spread of an infectious disease within a specific population, community, or region, affecting a significant number of individuals at the same time

epidemia

epidemia

Ex: The epidemic put a strain on the healthcare system. 
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pandemic
pandemic
[sostantivo]

a disease that spreads across a large region or even across the world

pandemia

pandemia

Ex: During pandemics, healthcare systems face an enormous strain from the surge in patients. 
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outbreak
outbreak
[sostantivo]

the unexpected start of something terrible, such as a disease

eruzione

eruzione

Ex: The outbreak of wildfires prompted emergency evacuations across the region. 
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parasite
parasite
[sostantivo]

(biology) a small organism that lives on or inside another organism, called a host, and is dependent on it for nutrition and growth

parassita

parassita

Ex: The relationship between the host and the parasite is often detrimental to the host, as the parasite exploits its resources for survival and reproduction. 
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shiver
shiver
[sostantivo]

a brief involuntary shaking movement caused by cold, fear, illness, or strong emotion

brivido

brivido

Ex: She pulled the blanket tighter around herself with a shiver. 
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worn out
worn out
[aggettivo]

exhausted because of too much physical work

sfinito

sfinito

Ex: Despite feeling worn out from the intense workout, he felt a sense of accomplishment for pushing his limits. 

Nonostante si sentisse sfinito dopo l'allenamento intenso, provava un senso di realizzazione per aver spinto i suoi limiti.

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stuffy
stuffy
[aggettivo]

having difficulty breathing through one's nose, often due to a cold or allergy

congestionato, chiuso

congestionato, chiuso

Ex: Every spring, my allergies leave me feeling stuffy, making it hard to catch a full breath through my congested nasal passages. 
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to chafe
to chafe
[Verbo]

(of a body part) to become sore or irritated due to being rubbed against something

irritare, sfregare

irritare, sfregare

Ex: The tight shoes caused her heels to chafe, leading to blisters after just a few hours of walking. 
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