English Vocabulary for Visiting the Doctor

Prepare to Visit the Doctor

A physical or mental feature that is regarded as indicating a condition of disease. Examples include cough, fever, and headache.

The identification of a medical condition or disease by analyzing the symptoms and test results.

A written order for the dispensing of medication, including the name and dosage of the prescribed drugs.

The management and care of a patient for the purpose of preventing, alleviating, or curing a health problem.

An abnormal immune response to a substance (allergen) that is typically harmless to most people.

The administration of a vaccine to stimulate the immune system and provide immunity against a specific disease.

A contract that provides financial protection against specified health risks, often covering medical expenses and treatments.

A prearranged meeting with a healthcare professional, such as a doctor or nurse, for medical consultation or examination.

The recommendation by a primary care physician for a patient to see a specialist or receive additional medical services.

A record of a person's past health conditions, illnesses, surgeries, medications, and family medical background, often used by healthcare professionals for diagnosis and treatment planning.