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C2 Level Wordlist - Health Condition

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

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a heart beat that is very irregular or too fast

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pneumonia
[noun]

the infection and inflammation of air sacs in one's lungs, usually caused by a bacterial infection that makes breathing difficult

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catarrh
[noun]

a medical condition during which mucus accumulates in one's nose, throat, or sinuses and blocks them

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malaise
[noun]

a feeling of being physically ill and irritated without knowing the reason

Ex: After recovering from the flu , he experienced malaise, making it difficult to return to his normal routine .
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contagion
[noun]

any disease or virus that can be easily passed from one person to another

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a condition where an excess amount of blood or other fluid accumulates in a part of the body, leading to swelling or discomfort

Ex: During allergy season , many people congestion due to increased pollen in the air .
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lesion
[noun]

a region in an organ or tissue that has suffered damage through injury, disease, or other causes

Ex: The athlete visited the sports medicine specialist for an evaluation of a lesion sustained during training .
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ulcer
[noun]

a lesion or sore on the skin that might bleed or even produce a poisonous substance

Ex: The endoscopy revealed ulcer in the lining of his esophagus , which explained the persistent burning sensation he felt .
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pathogen
[noun]

any organism that can cause diseases

Ex: pathogen responsible for malaria is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito .
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a mild state of being unwell, often leading to a temporary inability to perform one's usual activities

Ex: The athlete decided to withdraw from the competition due to an indisposition affecting their performance .
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bout
[noun]

a short period during which someone is suffering from an illness

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the first person known to have a certain disease, often seen as the starting point of an outbreak

Ex: By patient zero early , authorities can implement effective containment measures to control the spread of the disease .
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anorexic
[noun]

a person who has an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and severe food restriction

Ex: The documentary aimed to raise awareness about the challenges faced anorexics and the importance of early intervention .
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morbidity
[noun]

the prevalence of disease or injury within a specific population over a particular period

Ex: Public health campaigns target behaviors that morbidity.
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malady
[noun]

any physical problem that might put one's health in danger

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a state of pain or suffering due to a physical or mental condition

Ex: affliction of migraines made it difficult for her to concentrate and disrupted her daily routine .
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valetudinarian
[Adjective]

a person who is excessively concerned about their health and often believes they are ill

Ex: valetudinarian attitude in the family led to regular discussions about health concerns , sometimes overshadowing other topics .
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stricken
[Adjective]

deeply affected, overwhelmed, or afflicted by a strong emotion, illness, or adversity

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spry
[Adjective]

energetic and agile, especially in older age

Ex: spry old man impressed everyone with his ability to climb the steep hill without breaking a sweat .
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anemic
[Adjective]

relating to a health condition where a person has a lower than normal number of red blood cells, causing fatigue and weakness

Ex: Despite feeling tired all the time , she initially attributed her symptoms to stress until a blood test confirmed that she anemic.
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ailing
[Adjective]

suffering from an illness or injury

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sallow
[Adjective]

yellowish, sickly, or lacking in healthy color

Ex: The character in the novel was described as having sallow face , reflecting the challenging circumstances they faced .
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spent
[Adjective]

feeling or appearing completely exhausted

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pallid
[Adjective]

abnormally pale, lacking in color, and often associated with illness, shock, or a lack of vitality

Ex: pallid face indicated that he had not fully recovered from the flu .
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enervated
[Adjective]

weakened and depleted of strength or vitality

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ghastly
[Adjective]

looking pale due to being sick or in poor health

Ex: Despite her efforts to conceal it with makeup , ghastly appearance betrayed the toll that chemotherapy had taken on her health .
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salubrious
[Adjective]

indicating or promoting healthiness and well-being

Ex: The architect designed the office building with large windows and green spaces to create salubrious workspace conducive to productivity and well-being .
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endemic
[Adjective]

relating to a disease or condition that is commonly found in a specific area or group of people

Ex: Despite efforts to control the spread of the virus , COVID-19 endemic in many countries , requiring ongoing public health measures to mitigate its impact .
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related to a state in which an individual's immune system is weakened or impaired, making them more susceptible to infections and illnesses

Ex: HIV / AIDS can lead to immunocompromised state .
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asymptomatic
[Adjective]

(of a disease) not showing any symptoms associated with it

Ex: Despite asymptomatic, the patient was advised to monitor their health closely for any signs of illness .
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