Newcomer How do you feel? Health Vocabulary

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What is the matter?

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A question used to inquire about someone's health or condition.

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What is a sore throat?

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A condition where the throat feels painful, scratchy, or irritated.

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What does it mean to have a cough?

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A reflex action to clear the airways of mucus or foreign irritants.

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What is an earache?

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Pain in the ear, often caused by infection or pressure.

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What does it mean to have a fever?

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An elevated body temperature, often indicating illness.

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What is a backache?

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Pain in the back, which can result from various causes including strain or injury.

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What does it mean to hurt your elbow?

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Injury or pain in the elbow joint, which can limit movement.

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What is a broken arm?

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A fracture in one of the bones of the arm, requiring medical attention.

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What does it mean to cut your finger?

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An injury that breaks the skin on the finger, often causing bleeding.

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What is a cold?

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A viral infection that affects the upper respiratory tract, causing symptoms like a runny nose and cough.