Lesson 4: Common Illnesses and Skin Conditions

I. LET'S CHECK IT OUT! 🔬

LET-S CHECK IT OUT

Describe what you see in the picture.

What do you think is best for her to do?

II. LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🎯

sneeze

[ sneez ]

verb

- to expel air forcibly from the nose and mouth due to irritation

She couldn't stop sneezing during the allergy season.

diarrhea

[ dahy-uh-'ree-uh ]

noun

- a condition in which feces are discharged from the bowels frequently and in a liquid form

He had to stay home because he was suffering from diarrhea.

flu

[ floo ]

noun

- influenza, a common viral infection that can be deadly, especially in high-risk groups

She was bedridden with the flu for a week.

asthma

[ 'az-muh ]

noun

- a respiratory condition marked by spasms in the bronchi, causing difficulty in breathing

His asthma makes it hard for him to breathe during intense exercise.

pimple

[ 'pim-puhl ]

noun

- a small, raised spot on the skin that is usually inflamed

She used a special cream to treat the pimple on her forehead.

bruise

[ brooz ]

noun

- an injury appearing as an area of discolored skin caused by a blow or impact

He had a large bruise on his arm after falling off his bike.

blister

[ 'blis-ter ]

noun

- a small bubble on the skin filled with serum and caused by burning or friction

She got a blister on her heel from wearing new shoes.

athlete's foot

[ 'ath-leets foot ]

noun

- a fungal infection affecting the skin between the toes

He used antifungal cream to treat his athlete's foot.

nasal congestion

[ 'ney-zuhl kuhn-'jes-chuhn ]

noun

- the blockage of nasal passages usually due to membranes lining the nose becoming swollen from inflamed blood vessels

She used a decongestant to relieve her nasal congestion.

runny nose

[ 'ruhn-ee nohz ]

noun

- a condition where mucus drains from the nose, often due to a cold or allergies

He always gets a runny nose during allergy season.

III. LISTEN AND REPEAT 📢 1.

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IV. DIALOGUE PRACTICE! 🎧

Situation:

Emily is seeking advice on treating various common illnesses and skin conditions.

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Emily

Hi, Tom! I need some help finding remedies for a few health issues I've been experiencing.

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Tom

Sure, I’d be happy to help. What symptoms are you dealing with, Emily?

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Emily

I've had a cough, a runny nose, and a sore throat for a few days now.

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Tom

It sounds like you might have a cold or the flu. I recommend this cough syrup and these lozenges for your sore throat.

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Emily

Thank you. I also have a fever and nasal congestion.

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Tom

For the fever, you can use this fever reducer, and for nasal congestion, these nasal decongestant sprays work well.

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Emily

Great. My son has been sneezing a lot and has hay fever. Do you have anything for that?

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Tom

Yes, we have antihistamines that can help with his sneezing and hay fever symptoms.

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Emily

I also need something for my daughter's asthma and my husband's athlete's foot.

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Tom

We have asthma inhalers for your daughter and an antifungal cream for your husband's athlete's foot.

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Emily

Perfect. I’ve also noticed a pimple and a wart on my skin recently. What can I use for them?

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Tom

For the pimple, you can try this acne treatment gel. For the wart, we have a wart remover that works effectively.

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Emily

Thanks. What about sunburn and insect bites?

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Tom

For sunburn, I recommend this aloe vera gel. For insect bites, this anti-itch cream should provide relief.

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Emily

I've been having some diarrhea and my baby has a rash from chicken pox. Do you have any suggestions?

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Tom

For diarrhea, you can use this anti-diarrheal medicine. For your baby's chicken pox rash, this soothing lotion can help reduce itching.

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Emily

I also need something for a scrape and a scab that won’t heal.

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Tom

For the scrape, you should use this antiseptic wash and cover it with a bandage. To help the scab heal, you can apply this healing ointment.

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Emily

My daughter also has a blister and my son a bruise from playing outside.

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Tom

For the blister, use this blister pad to protect it. For the bruise, applying this arnica cream can help reduce swelling and discoloration.

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Emily

Thank you so much for all your help, Tom.

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Tom

You’re welcome, Emily. Let me know if you need anything else!

COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS

1. What remedies did Tom recommend for Emily's cough and sore throat?

2. What did Tom suggest for Emily's son's hay fever symptoms?

3. What products did Tom recommend for treating sunburn and insect bites?

V. LET'S CHAT! 💬

Instruction: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate questions or responses based on the context.

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Customer

Do you have anything to relieve hay fever symptoms?

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Staff

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Customer

What can I use for this itchy insect bite?

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Staff

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Customer

I got a bad sunburn. Do you have anything to soothe it?

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Staff

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Customer

I have a scrape on my knee. What should I use to clean it?

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Staff

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Customer

Can you recommend something for a persistent cough?

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Staff

VI. ROLE PLAYING! 🎬 0. ROLE PLAYING

Situation:

A customer visits a pharmacy seeking advice and products for various minor health issues, including hay fever, insect bites, sunburn, scrapes, and a cough.

Instruction:

One person will be the customer, and the other will be the staff member. Use the learned vocabulary in the conversation.

AS A STAFF MEMBER	AS A CUSTOMER
Greet the customer warmly.	Describe the health issues you are experiencing.
Ask about specific symptoms or health issues they need help with.	Ask for recommendations or advice on the best products available.
Provide recommendations and explanations for each product.	Provide details on preferences or special requirements.
Offer additional assistance or suggest related products.	Engage in small talk to make the experience pleasant.
Ensure the customer feels satisfied with their choices.	Provide feedback on the advice and products suggested.

LET'S KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOING 💭

What are some effective treatments you can use to relieve the symptoms of hay fever?
How should you properly clean and care for a scrape to prevent infection
What are the best ways to soothe and treat a sunburn after prolonged sun exposure?
Which products can help alleviate the itching and discomfort from an insect bite?