Face2face - Intermediate - Unit 9 - 9D

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - 9D in the Face2Face Intermediate coursebook, such as "runny nose", "rash", "antibiotic", etc.

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Face2face - Intermediate
asthma [noun]

a disease that causes shortness of breath and difficulty in breathing

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a drug that is used to destroy bacteria or stop their growth, like Penicillin

a condition in which the nose produces an excessive amount of fluid or mucus, often as a result of a cold or allergy

Ex: He carried tissues to deal with his runny nose .

a condition in which a person's nostrils are full and they have difficulty breathing through their nose

Ex: The doctor recommended using a nasal spray to relieve the blocked-up nose .
allergy [noun]

a medical condition in which one's body severely reacts to a specific substance if it is inhaled, touched, or ingested

Ex: The doctor advised her to avoid dairy products because of her lactose allergy .
wheezy [adjective]

describing a breath or sound that is difficult and often whistling, commonly due to a respiratory condition such as asthma or a cold

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any of variation of antibiotics obtained from Penicillium moulds and used to treat or prevent a wide range of bacterial infections

Ex: The discovery of penicillin revolutionized medicine .

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

Ex: Hay fever symptoms can be triggered by exposure to pollen from grasses , trees , or weeds .
flu [noun]

an infectious disease similar to a bad cold, causing fever and severe pain

Ex: He has a high fever ; it might be the flu .

to blow air out of our nose and mouth in a sudden way

Ex: If you sneeze into your hand , remember to wash it afterwards .
migraine [noun]

a severe recurring type of headache, particularly affecting one side of the head, and often causing visual disturbances and nausea

Ex: The bright lights triggered a migraine , so she decided to rest .
sick [adjective]

not in a good and healthy physical or mental state

Ex: My father was so sick that he could n't even get out of bed .

to expel the contents of the stomach through the mouth

Ex: She had a stomach bug and spent the night throwing up .

a condition in which harmful germs, such as bacteria or viruses, invade the body and cause harm, leading to symptoms such as fever, pain, and swelling

Ex: A flu infection can spread quickly in crowded environments like schools .

a condition when you feel pain in the throat, usually caused by bacteria or viruses

Ex: He always gets a sore throat when the weather changes

a type of medicine that is used to reduce or relieve pain

Ex: He reached for an over-the-counter painkiller to alleviate his muscle pain from the workout .
virus [noun]

a microscopic agent that causes disease in people, animals, and plants

Ex: The doctor said it was a virus , so antibiotics would n't help .

a synthetic compound, usually in the form of tablet, used to treat or reduce fever and pain

Ex: He asked the pharmacist for paracetamol because his back was sore .

a condition characterized by a body temperature above the normal range, often indicating an immune response to infection or illness within the body

Ex: Children often experience a rise in temperature during common illnesses , such as the flu or cold .

an illness resulting from the consumption of food or water contaminated with bacteria

Ex: Common causes of food poisoning include bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli found in improperly handled food .
to cough [verb]

to push air out of our mouth with a sudden noise

Ex: Please cover your mouth when you cough .
cold [noun]

a mild disease that we usually get when viruses affect our body and make us cough, sneeze, or have fever

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rash [noun]

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

Ex: Common types of rashes include eczema , contact dermatitis , heat rash , and viral rashes like measles or chickenpox .
diarrhea [noun]

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

Ex: Chronic diarrhea may indicate underlying conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome ( IBS ) or inflammatory bowel disease ( IBD ) .

a‌ medicine, often in a form of liquid, that one takes to relieve coughing

Ex: Cough medicine can help reduce coughing at night .