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C2 Level Wordlist - Recovery and Treatment

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

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immunotherapy

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

Ex: Immunotherapy helps the body target and eliminate cancer cells. 
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intervention

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

Ex: Early intervention is key to preventing the progression of certain conditions. 
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drug therapy

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

Ex: Drug therapy is often used to manage chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and asthma. 
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remission
remission
[noun]

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

Ex: After several rounds of chemotherapy, the cancer went into remission, and the patient began to regain strength and energy. 
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deep brain stimulation

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

Ex: Deep brain stimulation has shown promising results in reducing the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, allowing patients to regain better control over their movements. 
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recuperation

the gradual recovery through rest after sickness or injury

Ex: After his surgery, he spent several weeks in recuperation, gradually regaining his strength and mobility. 
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resuscitation

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

Ex: The paramedics performed CPR and used a defibrillator during the resuscitation attempt to revive the heart attack victim. 
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convalescence

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

Ex: After being discharged from the hospital, she spent her convalescence at home, gradually regaining her strength and mobility. 
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ablation therapy

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

Ex: Ablation therapy was recommended to treat her irregular heart rhythm by targeting and destroying the problematic heart tissue. 
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pulmonary rehabilitation

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

Ex: Pulmonary rehabilitation programs are designed to help patients with chronic lung diseases improve their breathing and overall quality of life. 
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rehabilitation

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

Ex: He received rehabilitation for his injured shoulder. 
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adjuvant
adjuvant
[noun]

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

Ex: Physical therapy serves as an adjuvant to surgery for rehabilitation. 
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tracheostomy

a surgical procedure to create a breathing passage in the neck

Ex: The patient underwent a tracheostomy for breathing assistance. 
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photodynamic therapy

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

Ex: Photodynamic therapy is an innovative treatment for certain types of cancer, using light-sensitive drugs and a specific wavelength of light to destroy cancer cells. 
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bone marrow transplantation

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

Ex: Bone marrow transplantation is often a critical treatment for patients with leukemia, providing them with healthy stem cells to replace damaged or diseased bone marrow. 
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prophylaxis

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

Ex: Vaccination is a common form of prophylaxis against certain infectious diseases. 
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to mend
to mend
[Verb]

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

Ex: The doctor prescribed medication and advised plenty of rest to help mend the patient's strained muscles. 
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to convalesce

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

Ex: After her surgery, she went to her parents' home to convalesce in a peaceful and supportive environment. 
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to pull through

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

Ex: Despite the odds, the patient pulled through after a complex surgery and is now in stable condition. 
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to recuperate

to recover from a disease or injury

Ex: After his surgery, he stayed in the hospital for several days to recuperate before returning home. 
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to rally
to rally
[Verb]

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

Ex: After a few days of rest, he began to rally, showing signs of improvement in his strength and mobility. 
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to invigorate

to enhance health and energy

Ex: A brisk walk in the fresh air can invigorate both the body and mind. 
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to resuscitate

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

Ex: The paramedics worked quickly to resuscitate the unconscious hiker on the trail. 
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remedial
remedial
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Antibiotics are commonly used as remedial treatment for bacterial infections. 
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palliative
palliative
[Adjective]

relieving symptoms without curing the underlying cause

Ex: Comfort and dignity are central to palliative care. 
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therapeutic
therapeutic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Therapeutic treatments focus on healing and recovery. 
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restorative
restorative
[Adjective]

able to promote or restore one's health or strength

Ex: Physical therapy exercises served restorative purposes in regaining knee strength following injury. 
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chiropractic

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

Ex: Mary sought chiropractic treatment to relieve her back pain and improve her posture. 
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revitalizing
revitalizing
[Adjective]

having the ability to restore vitality or freshness

Ex: The revitalizing breeze from the ocean invigorated everyone on the beach, lifting their spirits. 
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