incurable disease
[ɪnˈkjʊrəbəl dɪˈziːz]
nounfemininepl: incurable diseases / doenças incuráveis
doença incurável
1. A medical condition that cannot be cured or healed with current medical knowledge and treatment methods
Cancer was once considered an incurable disease, but modern treatments have improved survival rates.
O câncer era considerado uma doença incurável, mas os tratamentos modernos melhoraram as taxas de sobrevivência.
2. A pathological condition for which no cure exists despite available medical interventions
Alzheimer's disease remains an incurable disease that progressively affects cognitive function.
A doença de Alzheimer permanece uma doença incurável que afeta progressivamente a função cognitiva.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, the concept of 'incurable disease' carries significant emotional and existential weight. It often triggers discussions about quality of life, palliative care, and end-of-life decisions. In Brazil, there is strong cultural emphasis on family support and religious faith when facing such diagnoses. In the USA, discussions tend to focus more on medical options and patient autonomy in treatment decisions.
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