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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced) - Illnesses, Injuries & Specific Conditions

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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)
to discharge

(of a wound or body part) to slowly release an infectious liquid, called pus

Ex: The infected cut on his arm started to discharge pus, causing him considerable discomfort. 
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dumb
dumb
[Adjective]

unable to speak

Ex: He was born deaf and dumb, communicating through sign language. 
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deaf
deaf
[Adjective]

partly or completely unable to hear

Ex: The deaf child communicates using sign language. 
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terminally
terminally
[Adverb]

in a manner that denotes an illness or condition that is incurable and expected to result in death

Ex: After months of tests they learned she was terminally ill and began arranging palliative care. 
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blister
blister
[noun]

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

Ex: A blister is a small pocket of fluid that forms on the skin, typically caused by friction, burns, or other injuries. 
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to dislocate

to suddenly cause a bone to move out of its normal position

Ex: He accidentally dislocated his shoulder while playing basketball. 
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to fracture

to sustain a break or crack in a bone

Ex: Her wrist fractured when she tripped over the curb. 
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to infect
to infect
[Verb]

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

Ex: Contaminated water sources can infect individuals with waterborne diseases. 
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relief
relief
[noun]

a feeling of comfort that comes when something annoying or upsetting is gone

Ex: She felt a sense of relief when she heard the good news. 
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to sprain
to sprain
[Verb]

(of a ligament) to be suddenly twisted, which results in much pain

Ex: He sprained his ankle while playing basketball. 
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swelling
swelling
[noun]

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

Ex: Swelling often occurs as a response to injury, infection, or inflammation, causing the affected area to become larger and tender. 
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under the weather

feeling unwell or slightly ill

Ex: I'm feeling a bit under the weather today, so I'll stay home. 
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repetitive strain injury

damage to muscles, tendons, or other soft tissues that develops over time from repetitive movements, prolonged overuse, or sustained awkward posture during work or daily activities

Ex: After months of typing without breaks she was diagnosed with a repetitive strain injury in her right wrist. 
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to hiccup
to hiccup
[Verb]

to make a sudden, involuntary sound caused by a spasm of the diaphragm, often as a result of eating or drinking too quickly

Ex: After gulping down his drink, he began to hiccup unexpectedly. 
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color blindness

a condition where a person has trouble seeing certain colors or distinguishing between them

Ex: He has color blindness and cannot tell the difference between red and green. 
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to choke
to choke
[Verb]

to block the throat, hinder breathing and cause suffocation

Ex: Faced with danger, she instinctively tried to choke the attacker to break free. 
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insomnia
insomnia
[noun]

a disorder in which one is unable to sleep or stay asleep

Ex: After several weeks of stress at work, she began to suffer from insomnia, making it difficult to concentrate during the day. 
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high blood pressure

a chronic condition in which the force of blood against arterial walls is persistently elevated, increasing risk of heart disease, stroke, and other complications

Ex: Her doctor diagnosed high blood pressure after three separate readings above the clinic's threshold. 
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obesity
obesity
[noun]

the condition of having such a high amount of body fat that it becomes very dangerous for one's health

Ex: Obesity rates have been steadily rising worldwide, becoming a major public health concern in many countries. 
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to wear out

to make someone tired because of strain or stress

Ex: The repetitive tasks at the assembly line quickly wore the workers out. 
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malaria
malaria
[noun]

a potentially fatal disease normally transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito

Ex: He contracted malaria during his trip to the tropical region and had to be treated immediately. 
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to pinch
to pinch
[Verb]

to cause discomfort or distress

Ex: The tight shoes were pinching her toes, causing discomfort throughout the day. 
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to tingle
to tingle
[Verb]

to make a part of the body feel a bit ticklish or have a slight, unusual sensation

Ex: The minty lotion tingles my skin after applying it. 
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agony
agony
[noun]

severe physical or mental pain

Ex: The patient endured the agony of chronic migraines for years. 
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to flag
to flag
[Verb]

to lose energy, strength, and enthusiasm

Ex: After working tirelessly for hours, his enthusiasm began to flag. 
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cavity
cavity
[noun]

a hole in a tooth that is caused by decay

Ex: The dentist found a small cavity on her molar during the routine checkup. 
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trauma
trauma
[noun]

a medical condition of the mind caused by extreme shock, which could last for a very long time

Ex: She sought therapy to help her cope with the emotional trauma from the car accident. 
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breakdown
breakdown
[noun]

a condition in which a person becomes so anxious or depressed that they can no longer handle their everyday life

Ex: After months of stress at work, he experienced a nervous breakdown and had to take a leave of absence. 
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amnesia
amnesia
[noun]

a severe medical condition that leads to partial or complete loss of memory

Ex: After the car accident she experienced temporary amnesia and could not remember the afternoon before the crash. 
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neurosis
neurosis
[noun]

a mental condition that is not caused by organic disease in which one is constantly anxious, worried, and stressed

Ex: Neurosis often manifests as chronic anxiety, obsessive behaviors, or phobias that interfere with daily functioning. 
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(bundle|bag) of nerves

an extremely anxious or nervous person

Ex: Ever since the accident, he's been a total basket case. 
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anxiety disorder

a group of mental health conditions marked by persistent, excessive fear or worry, that interferes with daily functioning

Ex: Her primary care doctor referred her to a psychologist after persistent anxiety symptoms suggested an anxiety disorder. 
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