Vocabulary and Phrases

Here are some useful words and phrases related to visiting a doctor:

Common Symptoms:

  1. Fever – I have a high fever and feel weak.

  2. Cough – I’ve had a persistent cough for three days.

  3. Sore throat – My throat hurts when I swallow.

  4. Headache – I have a bad headache after working all day.

  5. Nausea – I feel nauseous and might vomit.

Medical Visits & Treatments:
     6. Check-up – I go for a check-up every six months.

     7. Prescription – The doctor gave me a prescription for my allergies.

     8. Diagnosis – The doctor diagnosed me with the flu.

     9. Appointment – I scheduled an appointment for next Monday.

    10. Symptoms – Please describe your symptoms to the doctor.

Short Quiz:

  1. What word describes a document given by a doctor for medicine?

  2. If you have a headache and fever, what are these called?

  3. What is a scheduled meeting with a doctor called?

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