How to Describe Health Problems
Let’s start by recalling some health problems:
- A fever
- A cough
- A headache
- A cold
- A sore throat
- A sore back
- A stomachache
- The flu
I have ………….. (This indicates that you have the mentioned illness.)
For example: My stomach hurts.
Actions to Take:
What do you usually do when you have one of the problems above?
- See a doctor
- Stay in bed
- Take medicine
- Get rest
- Ignore / don’t bother
Dialogue:
Mike: Ian, I am not feeling well today.
Ian: What’s the matter, Mike?
Mike: I have a fever.
Ian: Hmm, I hope it’s not too bad. Have you ————–?
Mike: No, I haven’t. I think I have a cold. I walked out late, but it was freezing cold.
Ian: Stay in bed and have a rest.
Mike: That’s a good idea. Thank you very much.
Suggestions:
You can use the phrases from section A.
- Why don’t you …….?
- It’s a good idea to ….
- How about …….ing? (How about seeing the doctor?)
- I suggest seeing the doctor.
More Health Problems:
- A sprained wrist / ankle
- A bee sting
- Insomnia
- Stiff neck
- Allergy