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Relational Adjectives - Adjectives of Medicine

These adjectives are associated with the field of healthcare, medical practice, or the study and treatment of diseases.

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benign

(of an ilness) not fatal or harmful

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malignant

(of a tumor or disease) uncontrollable and likely to be fatal

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vaccinated

having received a vaccine, which can help prevent the spread of certain diseases by making a person immune to them

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antibiotic

related to medicines or treatments that can kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria

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medical

related to medicine, treating illnesses, and health

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medicinal

having properties or qualities suitable for treating or curing illnesses or promoting health

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biomedical

relating to applying biology and medical principles to studying and treating diseases and health problems

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pharmaceutical

related to the production, use, or sale of medicines

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pathological

relating to or caused by an illness or disease

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menstrual

relating to the monthly process of menstruation in females, involving the shedding of the uterine lining

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autoimmune

relating to a condition where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells, tissues, or organs

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diagnostic

related to identifying or determining the presence of an illness or problem by analyzing various symptoms or signs

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diabetic

relating to a medical condition characterized by an impaired ability to regulate blood sugar levels

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surgical

related to or involving medical procedures that involve making incisions in the body to treat injuries, diseases, or deformities

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digestive

relating to the process of breaking down food in the body and absorbing its nutrients

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clinical

relating to the observation, examination, and treatment of patients in a medical setting

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microbial

related to microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or protists

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antimicrobial

related to substances or treatments that have the ability to inhibit the growth of or destroy microorganisms

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viral

caused by or related to a virus

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antiviral

inhibiting or destroying the growth and replication of viruses

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bacterial

related to bacteria, which are tiny organisms that can cause infections or serve beneficial roles in various environments

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antibacterial

related to substances or agents that have the ability to inhibit the growth and reproduction of bacteria

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inflammatory

causing or involving swelling and irritation of body tissues

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parasympathetic

relating to the part of the nervous system that promotes relaxation and digestion in the body

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pediatric

relating to the branch of medicine that focuses on the care and treatment of children and adolescents

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cancerous

related to or characterized by the presence of cancer, a disease caused by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells

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degenerative

characterized by the gradual deterioration or decline of a particular organ, system, or function in the body

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premedical

relating to the period or courses of study undertaken before entering medical school

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therapeutic

having a positive effect on both physical and mental well-being

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cosmetic

related to improving the appearance of the body, especially the face and skin

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dietary

related to the food and nutrition aspects of a person's diet

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nutritional

related to the nourishment provided by food and its impact on health, promoting growth and overall bodily well-being

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pharmacological

related to the study or effects of drugs and medications on the body

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rehabilitative

aimed at restoring or improving physical or mental function after injury, illness, or addiction

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immunological

related to the body's immune system, including its function, response, and interactions with foreign substances

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radiological

related to the use of radiation, especially in medical imaging and diagnosis

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