Lingua Marina Lecture on Doctor's Office Vocabulary

Overview

• Focus on practicing speaking and vocabulary related to doctor visits, sickness, and hospital scenarios.
• Dialogue examples and additional vocabulary provided.

Common Health Vocabulary

Headaches & Migraines

• Throbbing Headaches: Lasting hours, causing nausea (vomiting), sensitivity to light, feeling drained.
  • Treatment: Painkillers at first symptoms, track triggers (food, stress, sleep).

Common Cold

• Runny Nose: Liquid from the nose due to allergies, flu, or cold.
• Common Cold: Slightly unwell, runny nose, possible cough.
• Running Nose: Less common term than "runny nose."

Skin Conditions

• Rash: Red dots on skin, possible allergy cause.

Other Health Issues

• Heartburn: Burning sensation due to stomach acid.
• Food Poisoning: Vomiting, tiredness, rest and hydration recommended.
• Insomnia: Difficulty falling or staying asleep; melatonin as a common treatment.

Pain Vocabulary

• Ache: Added to body parts to describe pain (e.g., headache, stomachache, toothache).

Doctor's Office Scenarios

Making Appointments

• Dialogue example: Patient scheduling appointment, discussing symptoms.

Symptoms and Check-ups

• Vomiting: Discussed with a doctor, examining symptoms and causes.
• Fever: High temperature marker, especially important for children.

Treatment Suggestions

• Rest and hydration for mild food poisoning.
• Prescription for flu-like symptoms, with advice to stay in bed.

Practicing English

ELSA App

• Practice pronunciation and phrases.
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Vocabulary Practice

• Encouragement to use newly learned vocabulary in comments to describe personal experiences with sickness.

Conclusion

• Emphasis on practicing English and staying healthy.
• Encouragement to interact with video content (subscribe, like).