Medical Science - General Nouns Related to Medicine

Here you will learn some general English nouns related to medicine, such as "procedure", "dosage", and "anesthesia".

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health [noun]

the general condition of a person's mind or body

Ex: Mental health is just as important as physical health and should be prioritized in our daily lives .

Hippocratic Oath [noun]

a commitment by physicians to ethical principles in medical practice

Ex: Physicians often reflect on the Hippocratic Oath when faced with challenging ethical decisions .

internship [noun]

the initial phase of medical training in which a graduate works under supervision in a hospital or clinic

Ex: His surgical internship included rotations in trauma , orthopedics , and general surgery .

nursing [noun]

a field of study and profession focused on providing medical care, support, and advocacy for patients in various healthcare settings

Ex: He decided to pursue a career in nursing to help others .

practice [noun]

the professional work or business of a doctor, lawyer, dentist, or other experts providing services to clients or patients

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prescription [noun]

the written instructions of a doctor that allow the patient to get the medicines needed

Ex: The doctor wrote a prescription for painkillers after the surgery .

socialized medicine [noun]

‌medical and hospital services provided or paid for by the government for all the people in a community, nation, or district

triage [noun]

the sorting of the sick or injured according to their need for emergency medical attention

administration [noun]

the act of advising and authorizing the use of a medicine or treatment

Ex: The administration of the vaccine reduced infection rates significantly .

cure [noun]

a treatment or medication for a certain disease or injury

Ex: The medicine provided relief , but it was n't a permanent cure .

drug [noun]

any substance that is used for medicinal purposes

Ex: Herbal remedies , derived from plants , have been used for centuries as natural drugs to address a wide range of health issues , though their efficacy and safety can vary .

medicament [noun]

a substance used for medical treatment or therapy to alleviate, cure, or prevent illness

Ex: The pharmacist provided a medicament for my allergy symptoms .

remedy [noun]

a treatment or medicine for a disease or to reduce pain that is not severe

Ex: Natural remedies like acupuncture and massage therapy are gaining popularity as alternatives to traditional medicine .

operation [noun]

a medical process in which a part of body is cut open to repair or remove a damaged organ

Ex: He underwent a successful operation to remove the appendix , and he was discharged the following day .

diagnosis [noun]

the identification of the nature and cause of an illness or other problem

Ex: Her diagnosis revealed a rare autoimmune disorder .

contraindication [noun]

a reason to avoid a specific medical treatment due to potential risks for the patient

Ex: The nurse checked for contraindications before administering the vaccine .

dosage [noun]

a prescribed amount of medicine that is taken regularly

Ex: He forgot his evening dosage of medication and needed to make up for it .

injection [noun]

the action of putting a drug into a person's body using a syringe

Ex: Insulin injections are necessary for people with diabetes to manage their blood sugar levels .

side effect [noun]

a secondary effect of any drug or medicine, usually an undesirable one

Ex: After taking the antibiotic , he experienced a mild side effect in the form of an upset stomach , prompting him to call his healthcare provider for advice .

mental health [noun]

the well-being of a person's mind

Ex: Mental health assessments are important for diagnosing and treating conditions like depression and bipolar disorder .

aftereffect [noun]

an unexpected and mostly unpleasant effect of taking a drug, undergoing a medical treatment or procedure, etc.

medication [noun]

something that we take to prevent or treat a disease, or to feel less pain

Ex: Some medications can have side effects , so read the instructions carefully

doctor [noun]

someone who has studied medicine and treats sick or injured people

Ex: The doctor asked me about my symptoms and medical history to make a diagnosis .

rejection [noun]

(medicine) the body's immune response against a transplanted organ or tissue, leading to an attempt to destroy or remove the foreign graft

Ex: My friend 's body showed signs of rejection following a heart transplant .

donor [noun]

(medicine) someone who provides biological materials for transplantation or medical procedures

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procedure [noun]

an operation performed by medical professionals to diagnose, treat, etc. a medical condition or injury

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admission [noun]

a patient accepted into and allowed to use the services of a medical facility

Ex: Emergency cases receive priority over routine admissions .

ambulance [noun]

‌a vehicle specially equipped to take sick or injured people to a hospital

Ex: The ambulance raced through the busy city streets , moving through traffic to reach the hospital as quickly as possible .

hospitalization [noun]

the act of admitting a patient into a hospital for clinical care, observation, or treatment

Ex: Preoperative paperwork required the patient 's consent before hospitalization for the scheduled surgery .

inpatient [noun]

a patient who stays in the hospital while they receive treatment

Ex: He needed to stay as an inpatient for a few days to recover from his procedure .

anesthesia [noun]

the condition of losing one's sensation or awareness during surgery and other procedures, particularly by use of special drugs

Ex: The anesthesiologist monitored the patient 's vital signs throughout the anesthesia .

surgery [noun]

a medical practice that involves cutting open a body part in order to repair, remove, etc. an organ

Ex: She underwent surgery to repair a torn ligament in her knee .

clinical trial [noun]

a controlled scientific experiment in which the effectiveness and safety of a medical treatment is measured by testing it on people

Ex: The results of the clinical trial will determine if the treatment can be approved for widespread use .

informed consent [noun]

permission given by a patient to receive a particular treatment, informed of all the possible consequences and risks

Ex: The lawyer emphasized the importance of obtaining informed consent before proceeding with any legal action on behalf of the client .

infusion [noun]

a method of administering a drug or other substance by a needle and syringe into the bloodstream

quarantine [noun]

a place or period of separation in which someone or something that is suspicious of carrying a dangerous disease is kept away so that others can be safe

treatment [noun]

an action that is done to relieve pain or cure a disease, wound, etc.

Ex: Physical therapy was a crucial aspect of her treatment plan to rehabilitate her injured knee .

healthcare [noun]

the health services and treatments given to people

Ex: She decided to pursue a career in healthcare because she wanted to help others .

house call [noun]

a visit made to a patient or client in their own home by a doctor or other professional

malignancy [noun]

the presence of cancerous cells with the potential to invade and spread

Ex: The medical team closely monitored for signs of malignancy recurrence .

drip feed [noun]

the controlled administration of fluids or medications slowly through a tube directly into a patient's bloodstream

Ex: The continuous drip feed ensured a steady supply of pain relief .

aphrodisiac [noun]

a substance or agent, such as certain foods, herbs, or drugs, that is believed to enhance or stimulate sexual desire, arousal, or performance

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