Unit 9 - 9D

a disease that causes shortness of breath and difficulty in breathing

Asthma is a chronic lung disease characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways.

a drug that is used to destroy bacteria or stop their growth, like Penicillin

a condition in which the nose produces an excessive amount of fluid or mucus, often as a result of a cold or allergy

She stayed home because of her runny nose and sore throat.

a condition in which a person's nostrils are full and they have difficulty breathing through their nose

She had a blocked-up nose from her cold and couldn’t sleep well.

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

Her peanut allergy is so severe that even a small amount can trigger a serious reaction.

having a tone of a reed instrument

any of variation of antibiotics obtained from Penicillium moulds and used to treat or prevent a wide range of bacterial infections

Penicillin is commonly prescribed for bacterial infections.

an illness that causes a runny nose and watery eyes, caused by dust from plants that come into the body through the air

Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is an allergic reaction to pollen or other airborne allergens.

an infectious disease similar to a bad cold, causing fever and severe pain

After catching the flu, he realized the importance of getting vaccinated.

the act of blowing air out of your nose and mouth in a forceful way

A sneeze can spread germs, so always cover your nose.

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

She had to lie down in a dark room because of her migraine.

not in a good and healthy physical or mental state

I think the milk was bad; it made me sick.

to expel the contents of the stomach through the mouth

The bumpy car ride made the motion-sick passenger throw up.

a condition in which harmful germs, such as bacteria or viruses, invade the body and cause harm, leading to symptoms such as fever, pain, and swelling

He was diagnosed with a bacterial infection in his lungs.

a condition when you feel pain in the throat, usually caused by bacteria or viruses

A sore throat is often the first sign of a cold.

a type of medicine that is used to reduce or relieve pain

She took a painkiller to help manage her headache after a long day at work.

a microscopic agent that causes disease in people, animals, and plants

A virus entered his body and made him sick.

a synthetic compound, usually in the form of tablet, used to treat or reduce fever and pain

I took some paracetamol to relieve my headache.

a measure of how hot or cold something or somewhere is

The temperature outside dropped below freezing overnight.

an illness resulting from the consumption of food or water contaminated with bacteria

Food poisoning can occur after consuming contaminated or undercooked food, leading to symptoms like nausea and diarrhea.

to push air out of our mouth with a sudden noise

Don't cough into your hand; it's better to use a tissue.

having a temperature lower than the human body's average temperature

I prefer to drink cold water on a hot day.

a part of one's skin covered with red spots, which is usually caused by a sickness or an allergic reaction

A rash is a change in the skin's appearance, often characterized by redness, bumps, or blisters.

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

Diarrhea is characterized by loose, watery stools occurring frequently throughout the day.

a pain in or near someone's stomach

Drinking too much coffee gives me a stomachache.

a‌ medicine, often in a form of liquid, that one takes to relieve coughing

He took cough medicine to soothe his throat.