C2 Level Wordlist - Medicine

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Medicine, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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biopsy [noun]

the process of removing and analyzing tissue from the body of a sick person to learn more about their condition

Ex: The results of the skin biopsy revealed abnormal cells , prompting further tests to diagnose melanoma .

catheter [noun]

a flexible tube inserted into one's bladder, to drain and collect urine

Ex: The catheter was left in place to monitor the patient 's urine output following surgery .

suture [noun]

a surgical seam made to close a wound or incision

Ex: The surgeon removed the sutures after the wound healed .

ointment [noun]

a substance, usually smooth and oily, rubbed on the skin for medical purposes

Ex: The athlete applied a muscle-relaxing ointment to alleviate soreness after the intense workout .

draft [noun]

a specific measure or quantity of liquid medication, typically prescribed for oral administration

Ex: After the surgery , the pharmacist prepared a draft of pain relief medication for the patient 's post-operative care .

lozenge [noun]

a small tablet containing medicine, intended to dissolve slowly in the mouth

Ex: He let the lozenge dissolve under his tongue .

prophylactic [noun]

a drug, vaccine, or treatment used to prevent infection or disease

Ex: Prophylactics are given to prevent infection after surgery .

hypnotic [noun]

a medication that induces sleep

Ex: The sleep specialist recommended a non-benzodiazepine hypnotic for the patient with a history of sleep disturbances .

decongestant [noun]

a type of medicine used when someone has a cold and a blocked nose to help them breathe more easily

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anticoagulant [noun]

a substance or medication that inhibits the clotting of blood

Ex: Individuals with certain heart conditions may take anticoagulants as a preventive measure to reduce the risk of strokes .

analgesic [noun]

a pain-relieving medication

Ex: Over-the-counter analgesics like acetaminophen are commonly used to relieve mild to moderate pain .

homeopathy [noun]

a medical system that treats the disease by administering substances that mimic the symptoms of those diseases in healthy persons

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antidote [noun]

a substance that counteracts or controls the effects of a poison

Ex: The antidote for acetaminophen overdose is N-acetylcysteine , which helps protect the liver from damage .

stethoscope [noun]

a medical instrument used in auscultation for detecting sounds generated inside the body, such as heartbeat and breathing

Ex: The cardiologist relied on the stethoscope to detect murmurs and irregularities in the patient 's heart rhythm .

antiviral [noun]

a drug that fights viral infections

Ex: Researchers are constantly developing new antivirals to combat emerging viral threats such as Zika and Ebola .

prognosis [noun]

a professional opinion regarding the likely course of an illness

Ex: The prognosis for patients with untreated tuberculosis can be poor if the infection spreads to vital organs .

antipyretic [noun]

a medication that reduces fever by lowering body temperature

Ex: The doctor prescribed an antipyretic to bring down the patient 's high fever .

pathogenesis [noun]

the mechanism by which a disease develops and progresses within the body

Ex: Diabetes pathogenesis involves insulin resistance or deficiency .

neoplasia [noun]

the abnormal growth of cells, leading to the formation of a tumor or mass, often associated with cancer

Ex: Doctors diagnose neoplasia through imaging and biopsy tests .

metastasis [noun]

the spread of cancer cells from one part to other body parts

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speculum [noun]

a medical instrument used during the internal genitalia examination to dilate the opening of a body cavity

Ex: The speculum was lubricated before insertion to minimize discomfort and facilitate smooth entry .

amylase test [noun]

a medical laboratory test used to measure amylase enzyme levels in blood or urine for diagnosing pancreatic conditions

Ex: The amylase test is commonly performed as part of a comprehensive metabolic panel to evaluate digestive health and detect abnormalities in enzyme levels .

bronchodilator [noun]

a medicine that helps open up the airways in the lungs for easier breathing

Ex: Some bronchodilators work by relaxing the muscles around the airways .

thrombolysis [noun]

a medical procedure that involves the administration of medication to dissolve blood clots

Ex: Thrombolysis can help restore blood flow to the heart during a heart attack .

arthroscopy [noun]

a minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows doctors to visualize, diagnose, and treat problems inside a joint using a small camera and specialized instruments

Ex: Complications from arthroscopy are rare but can include infection or bleeding .

bronchoscopy [noun]

a procedure to examine the airways and lungs using a flexible tube with a camera

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C2 Level Wordlist
Size and Magnitude	Weight and Stability	Quantity	Intensity
Pace	Shapes	Importance and Essentiality	Commonness and Uniqueness
Difficulty and Challenge	Price and Luxuriousness	Quality	Success and Wealth
Failure and Poverty	Body Shape	Age and Appearance	Comprehension and Intelligence
Personal Traits	Emotional States	Trigerring Emotions	Feelings
Relationship Dynamics and Connections	Social and Moral Behaviors	Tastes and Smells	Sounds
Textures	Thoughts and Decisions	Complaint and Criticism	Harmony and Discord
Communication and Discussion	Body Language and Emotional Actions	Order and Permission	Advice and Influence
Honor and Admiration	Request and Answer	Attempt and Prevention	Changing and Forming
Movements	Preparing Food	Food and Drinks	Natural Environment
Animals	Weather and Temperature	Disaster and Pollution	Work Environment
Occupations	Accommodation	Transportation	Tourism and Migration
Hobbies and Routines	Sports	Arts	Cinema and Theater
Literature	Music	Clothes and Fashion	Architecture
History	Culture and Custom	Society	Religion
Philosophy	Linguistics	Politics	Law
Crime	Punishment	War and Army	Government
Education	Media	Technology and Internet	Marketing and Advertisement
Shopping	Business and Management	Finance	Scientific Fields and Studies
Medicine	Health Condition	Recovery and Treatment	Human Body
Psychology	Biology	Chemistry	Physics
Astronomy	Mathematics	Geology	Engineering
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