Talking about symptoms at the hospital (advanced)
I visited the hospital for symptoms that haven't improved for over two weeks. You need to accurately communicate the medications you are taking and your medical history, and discuss the possibility of a serious illness, referral to a specialist, and insurance coverage skillfully.
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I want to get this checked out properly.
get something checked out = to have (symptoms/areas) examined/diagnosed. It's a casual yet natural expression.
It's been about two weeks, and it keeps coming and going.
on and off = occurring intermittently. It emphasizes 'repeating over the entire period' more than comes and goes.
It's a throbbing pain radiating down my arm.
radiate = (pain) to spread from one place to another. It's a key term in heart and nerve-related inquiries.
Could it be something serious?
Instead of stating 'It's serious', asking 'Is there any chance it could be ~?' expresses anxiety while remaining polite.
I'm currently taking medication for high blood pressure.
Could you refer me to a specialist?
Is this covered by my insurance?
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When expressing concerns, don't state definitively ('It's serious'), but ask 'Is there any chance it could be ~?
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' It's a sophisticated way to get the information you want while maintaining politeness.
- throbbing — throbbing pain
- radiate — (pain) to spread, to radiate
- specialist — specialist
- on medication — on medication
- cover (insurance) — (insurance) to cover