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Health and Sickness - Medical Conditions

Here you will learn some English words related to medical conditions such as "allergy", "diabetes", and "insomnia".

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alcoholism

a medical condition caused by drinking an excessive amounts of alcohol on a regular basis

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allergy

a medical condition in which one's body severely reacts to a specific substance if it is inhaled, touched, or ingested

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alopecia

a medical condition characterized by hair loss or baldness, which can occur on the scalp or other parts of the body

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amenorrhoea

the absence or abnormal cessation of menstruation in women of reproductive age

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amnesia

a severe medical condition that leads to partial or complete loss of memory

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anaphylactic shock

severe, life-threatening allergic reaction causing rapid onset, breathing difficulty, low blood pressure, and potential loss of consciousness

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anaphylaxis

severe and life-threatening allergic reaction with rapid and serious symptoms

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aphasia

a language disorder resulting from brain damage or injury that impairs an individual's ability to understand, produce, and use language

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arteriosclerosis

hardening and thickening of arteries, restricting blood flow and increasing the risk of cardiovascular issues

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brain death

complete and permanent loss of all brain functions, indicating irreversible cessation of activity

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catarrh

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

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cleft palate

a congenital condition where there is an opening or gap in the roof of the mouth, often present from birth

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congestion

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

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deep vein thrombosis

a severe medical condition caused by a blood clot that is formed in one or more of the deep veins in one's body, particularly in one's legs

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delirium tremens

a serious alcohol withdrawal condition causing confusion, hallucinations, and tremors

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diabetes

a serious medical condition in which the body is unable to regulate the blood sugar levels because it does not produce enough insulin

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coronary thrombosis

a severe medical condition during which a blood clot in a coronary artery causes a blockage in the flow of blood that leads to heart

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anemia

a condition in which the number of healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin in one's body is low

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exposure

a medical condition caused by being out in extreme weather conditions for very long without protection to the effects of harsh weather

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fever

a condition when the body temperature rises, usually when we are sick

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gallstone

a solid particle that forms in the gallbladder, often composed of cholesterol or bilirubin, causing pain or other symptoms

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gangrene

a chronic condition during which tissues in one's body die as a result of an obstruction in circulation or a bacterial infection

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hemorrhoids

swollen and painful veins in the lower part of the anus and rectum

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heart failure

a medical condition where the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, and fluid retention

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heatstroke

a serious condition that happens when the body gets too hot due to a lengthly exposure to high temperature

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hernia

a condition in which part of an organ squeezes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place

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bronchitis

a condition when the tubes that carry air to one's lungs get infectious

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hyperglycaemia

a medical condition characterized by higher than normal levels of blood glucose, often associated with diabetes or other underlying health issues

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hypoglycaemia

a medical condition characterized by lower than normal levels of blood glucose, often associated with diabetes or excessive insulin

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hypothermia

a medical condition where the body loses heat faster than it can generate it, resulting in a dangerously low body temperature

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hysteria

a medical condition in which a person suddenly feels extreme emotions or makes them violent in a way that they cannot control it

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immunodeficiency

a condition where the immune system is weakened, making the person more vulnerable to infections and illnesses

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insomnia

a disorder in which one is unable to sleep or stay asleep

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malnutrition

a condition in which a person does not have enough food or good food to eat in order to stay healthy

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migraine

a severe recurring type of headache, particularly affecting one side of the head, and often causing visual disturbances and nausea

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narcolepsy

a neurological condition causing sudden, uncontrollable episodes of sleep, often accompanied by muscle weakness or vivid dreams

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necrosis

a type of cell death that occurs due to injury, infection, inflammation, or other forms of cellular stress

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obesity

the condition of having such a high amount of body fat that it becomes very dangerous for one's health

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osteoporosis

a medical condition characterized by weakened bones, making them fragile and more prone to fractures

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paraplegia

a type of paralysis that affects the legs and the lower body as the result of spinal cord damage

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peptic ulcer

an open sore in the stomach or upper part of the small intestine caused by stomach acid erosion, often leading to abdominal pain and discomfort

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inflammation

a physical condition in which a part of the body becomes swollen, painful, and red as a result of an infection or injury

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sepsis

a severe, life-threatening response to infection causing widespread inflammation and potential organ failure

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slipped disc

a painful condition resulting from one of the discs in one's spine moving out of its proper position

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sudden infant death syndrome

the unexplained and sudden death of an otherwise healthy infant, usually during sleep

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thrombosis

a severe medical condition in which the blood clots and blocks the blood vessels, particularly those leading to one's heart

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fetal alcohol syndrome

a severe medical condition resulting from excessive consumption of alcohol during pregnancy that can cause the child to be born with birth defects and developmental disabilities

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laryngitis

a severe medical condition during which voice cords in one's voice box become painful and swollen, often resulting in loss of the voice or having difficulty breathing

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snow-blindness

a condition of being temporarily unable to see due to one's eyes being exposed to ultraviolet rays reflected off snow or ice

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breathlessness

a condition that makes one breath too fast or with difficulty

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cataract

a medical condition characterized by the progressive clouding or opacity of the lens of the eye, resulting in blurred vision

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toxemia

abnormal pregnancy condition marked by high blood pressure, swelling, and protein in the urine, often known as preeclampsia

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scurvy

a disease caused by severe lack of vitamin C

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emphysema

a chronic respiratory condition where the air sacs in the lungs are damaged, leading to difficulty in exhaling air and causing shortness of breath

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diarrhea

a medical condition in which body waste turns to liquid and comes out frequently

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atrophy

the gradual wasting away or shrinkage of a body tissue or organ, typically due to lack of use, injury, or a medical condition

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heart attack

a medical emergency that happens when blood flow to the heart is suddenly blocked, which is fatal in some cases

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altitude sickness

an illness resulting from reduced air pressure and oxygen at high altitudes, causing symptoms like headache and nausea

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seasickness

wooziness and nausea caused by the rocking motion of a boat or ship

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sunstroke

an illness characterized by high fever and caused by prolonged exposure to excessive heat or sunlight

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stroke

a dangerous condition in which a person loses consciousness as a result of a blood vessel breaking open or becoming blocked in their brain, which could kill or paralyze a part of their body

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cardiac arrest

a sudden and abrupt loss of heart function, leading to the cessation of blood circulation and vital organ function

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myocardial infarction

a heart attack, occurring when blood flow to part of the heart muscle is blocked, causing damage or death to the affected tissue

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infarction

the death of tissue, typically caused by a lack of blood supply, leading to irreversible damage

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hemorrhage

an excessive and uncontrollable loss of blood from a damaged blood vessel

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pulmonary embolism

a condition in which one or more arteries in the lungs become blocked by a blood clot

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embolism

the obstruction of a blood vessel by an embolus which is a particle that travels through the bloodstream and blocks a vessel

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