- Describing symptoms
- At the pharmacy
- Emergency situations
- Common diagnoses and treatments
- Asking and answering questions
Symptoms
Tengo fiebre
- Tengo fiebre. (I have a fever.)
- Me duele la cabeza. (I have a headache.)
- Tengo náuseas. (I feel nauseous.)
- Me falta el aire. (I’m short of breath.)
- Tengo dolor en el pecho. (I have chest pain.)
At the Pharmacy
Common pharmacy phrases include asking for medicine without a prescription, the price, and requesting antibiotics.
- ¿Tiene esto sin receta? (Do you have this over the counter?)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? (How much does it cost?)
- Necesito antibióticos. (I need antibiotics.)
- ¿Puede explicarme cómo tomarlo? (Can you explain how to take it?)
- ¿Tienen jarabe para la tos? (Do you have cough syrup?)
Emergency Situations
In emergencies, you can say you need help, it’s an emergency, and ask for an ambulance.
- ¡Necesito ayuda! (I need help!)
- Es una emergencia. (It’s an emergency.)
- Llame a una ambulancia. (Call an ambulance.)
- Me he roto el brazo. (I’ve broken my arm.)
- ¿Dónde está la sala de urgencias? (Where is the emergency room?)
Diagnoses and Treatments
Diagnosis and treatment phrases include being diagnosed, needing an X-ray, and being told to rest.
- Está diagnosticado con... (You are diagnosed with...)
- Necesita una radiografía. (You need an X-ray.)
- Debe descansar. (You should rest.)
- Le recetaré medicamentos. (I will prescribe medication.)
- ¿Es alergico a algo? (Are you allergic to anything?)
Doctor-Patient Questions
- ¿Qué síntomas tiene? (What symptoms do you have?)
- ¿Desde cuándo siente esto? (How long have you felt this?)
- ¿Ha tomado algún medicamento? (Have you taken any medication?)
- ¿Se siente mejor o peor? (Do you feel better or worse?)
- ¿Tiene antecedentes médicos? (Do you have any medical history?)
Spanish medical phrases empower you to navigate healthcare situations with confidence, ensuring clear communication during vulnerable moments.
- Cover symptoms, treatments, emergencies, and pharmacy needs.
- Include both patient and provider perspectives.
- Are essential for travel, work, and daily life in Spanish-speaking contexts.