English - Doctor Visit

I've been having ___ for ___ days.

Describe the main symptom to a doctor

Meaning: Describe the main symptom to a doctor.

When to use: Use to tell the doctor what symptom you have and how long it has been happening.

It started ___ ago.

Describe when a symptom started

Meaning: Describe when a symptom started.

When to use: Use this concise frame to give a clear timeline for the start of a symptom.

Tip: Beginners sometimes say "It started two days" instead of "two days ago."

The pain is in my ___.

Describe pain location

Meaning: Describe pain location.

When to use: Use to point out exactly where you feel pain so the doctor can examine that area.

It's mild, but it doesn't go away.

Describe symptom intensity

Meaning: Describe symptom intensity.

When to use: Use to explain a symptom that is not severe but persistent.

It's getting worse.

Report worsening symptoms

Meaning: Report worsening symptoms.

When to use: Use when your condition is changing and becoming more serious or painful.

I think I have a fever.

Report a fever or temperature

Meaning: Report a fever or temperature.

When to use: Use when you suspect you have a raised temperature and want the doctor to check.

How often should I take this medicine?

Ask about medicine instructions

Meaning: Ask about medicine instructions.

When to use: Use to clarify dosing frequency so you take medicine safely.

Tip: Don't confuse "how often" (frequency) with "how much" (dose amount).

How long will it take to feel better?

Ask about expected recovery time

Meaning: Ask about expected recovery time.

When to use: Use when you want a realistic idea of recovery time.

I'm allergic to ___.

State a medication allergy

Meaning: State a medication allergy.

When to use: Always tell this to the doctor before they prescribe or give medicine.

Tip: Some learners say "I have allergy penicillin." The correct frame is "I'm allergic to ___ ."

Is it something serious?

Ask if a symptom is serious

Meaning: Ask if a symptom is serious.

When to use: Use when you need reassurance or to know if urgent care is needed.

It hurts when I ___ .

Describe what triggers a symptom

Meaning: Describe what triggers a symptom.

When to use: Use to explain what actions or situations make the pain appear or increase.

I feel ___ when I ___ .

Describe a physical reaction in a situation

Meaning: Describe a physical reaction in a situation.

When to use: Use to connect a feeling with a specific action or situation.

The pain comes and goes.

Describe symptom pattern

Meaning: Describe symptom pattern.

When to use: Use to explain that symptoms are intermittent rather than constant.