C2 Level Wordlist - Recovery and Treatment

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immunotherapy [noun]

a medical treatment that trains the body to fight diseases, like cancer or infections, by boosting its natural defense mechanisms

Ex: For autoimmune diseases , immunotherapy aims to reduce inflammation .

intervention [noun]

a deliberate action or strategy implemented to aid in the recovery or treatment process, often involving support, therapy, or medical assistance

Ex: Support groups offer valuable interventions for individuals recovering from addiction .

drug therapy [noun]

the use of medication or pharmaceuticals to treat, manage, or prevent various diseases or conditions in the body

Ex: Drug therapy can involve different types of medications , including oral tablets , injections , and topical creams , depending on the condition being treated .

remission [noun]

a period during which a patient's condition improves and the symptoms seem less severe

Ex: During remission , it 's crucial for patients to continue regular check-ups to monitor for any signs of the condition returning .

deep brain stimulation [noun]

a surgical procedure to implant electrodes in the brain to treat movement disorders like Parkinson's disease

Ex: For patients with severe , treatment-resistant depression , deep brain stimulation may offer an alternative when other therapies have failed .

recuperation [noun]

the gradual recovery through rest after sickness or injury

Ex: Her recuperation was slower than expected , but regular physical therapy sessions helped speed up her recovery .

resuscitation [noun]

the act of recovering someone to a state of consciousness or life

Ex: The doctor 's quick response and resuscitation efforts saved the patient 's life after a severe allergic reaction caused respiratory failure .

convalescence [noun]

a period of time spent for gradual recovery of health and strength after an illness, injury, or a medical operation

Ex: The convalescence period was challenging , but with the support of her family and friends , she slowly returned to her daily activities .

ablation therapy [noun]

a treatment that destroys abnormal tissue or cells, such as in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias or certain cancers

Ex: The doctor explained that ablation therapy is a minimally invasive procedure often used to remove or destroy abnormal tissue in the body .

pulmonary rehabilitation [noun]

a rehabilitation program for people with chronic lung diseases to improve breathing and quality of life

Ex: The pulmonary rehabilitation sessions included supervised exercise training , education about lung health , and strategies for coping with breathlessness .

rehabilitation [noun]

medical treatment aimed at restoring physical function or ability, often after injury, illness, or disability

Ex: Rehabilitation exercises helped her regain mobility .

adjuvant [noun]

a substance added to vaccines to boost immune response and increase effectiveness

Ex: Adjuvants play a crucial role in enhancing the effectiveness of therapies .

tracheostomy [noun]

a surgical procedure to create a breathing passage in the neck

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photodynamic therapy [noun]

a light-activated treatment to target and destroy abnormal cells, such as cancer cells

Ex: During photodynamic therapy , the patient received a photosensitizing agent , which was activated by a special light to target and kill abnormal cells .

bone marrow transplantation [noun]

a procedure to replace damaged or diseased bone marrow with healthy stem cells

Ex: The success of bone marrow transplantation depends on finding a compatible donor , which can sometimes be a challenging and lengthy process .

prophylaxis [noun]

preventive treatment to protect against the development or spread of diseases, infections, or other health conditions

Ex: Prophylaxis is crucial in preventing complications for individuals with certain medical conditions .

to mend [verb]

(of the person's body) to get restored to its previous state

Ex: Through meditation and mindfulness practices , she found ways to mend her mental health and reduce stress and anxiety .

to convalesce [verb]

to gradually recover health and strength after being ill or undergoing treatment

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to pull through [verb]

to recover from an illness, a serious operation, or other difficult situations

Ex: After a prolonged illness , she pulled through , surprising everyone with her strength and resilience .

to recuperate [verb]

to recover from a disease or injury

Ex: It took him several weeks to recuperate fully from the flu and regain his strength .

to rally [verb]

to regain one's health and strength after a period of illness or injury

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to invigorate [verb]

to enhance health and energy

Ex: The music played at the gym is carefully chosen to invigorate the exercisers .

to resuscitate [verb]

to bring someone to a state of consciousness, typically by administering medical aid or CPR

Ex: The doctor successfully resuscitated the patient after they went into cardiac arrest .

remedial [adjective]

related to treatments or actions that aim to fix or improve health issues

Ex: Antihistamines provide remedial relief for allergy symptoms such as sneezing and itching .

palliative [adjective]

relieving symptoms without curing the underlying cause

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therapeutic [adjective]

(of medicine) related to actions that heal, alleviate, or prevent health issues

Ex: Therapeutic interventions aim to improve mental health .

restorative [adjective]

able to promote or restore one's health or strength

Ex: Staying indoors for a few days had purely restorative benefits in recovering from illness by reversing deficiencies to baseline health .

chiropractic [noun]

a system of noninvasive therapy that involves pressing and moving a person's joints or spine

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revitalizing [adjective]

having the ability to restore vitality or freshness

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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
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Animals	Weather and Temperature	Disaster and Pollution	Work Environment
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