physical ailment

[ˈfɪzɪkəl ˈeɪlmənt]
nounpl: physical ailments
doença física; mal físico
1. A bodily disorder or disease; any physical illness or condition affecting the body
She visited the doctor about her persistent physical ailment.
Ela visitou o médico sobre seu mal físico persistente.
2. A chronic or acute health problem with physical symptoms
Back pain is a common physical ailment among office workers.
Dor nas costas é um mal físico comum entre trabalhadores de escritório.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, discussing physical ailments is common in healthcare, workplace accommodation requests, and social conversation. Brazilians often consult 'curandeiros' (faith healers) alongside medical doctors for physical ailments, reflecting a blend of traditional and modern medicine. In the USA, physical ailments are typically addressed through formal medical systems and health insurance claims.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
illnessdiseasesicknessdisordercomplaintmaladyafflictioninfirmity
Antonyms / Antônimos
healthwellnessfitnesssoundness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
doença física
most common standard usage
General Brazilian
mal físico
more informal or poetic usage
São Paulo
problema de saúde
broader term often used colloquially
Portugal
doença física
same as Brazilian Portuguese, standard medical terminology

Related Words

symptomdiagnosistreatmentmedical conditionhealth issuepatientphysicianprescription

Related Idioms & Phrases

to be under the weather
to feel poorly
to be ailing
a touch of something
carregar uma doença
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