đàm suyễn
Definition
- Noun (Medical Term):
- Asthma: A chronic respiratory condition characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing. The term "đàm suyễn" specifically combines the concepts of phlegm ("đàm") and wheezing/dyspnea ("suyễn"), emphasizing the symptom of mucus production and labored breathing.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Bé được chẩn đoán mắc bệnh đàm suyễn. (The child was diagnosed with asthma.)
- Thời tiết lạnh có thể khiến cơn đàm suyễn trở nặng. (Cold weather can make an asthma attack worse.)
- Ông ấy phải dùng thuốc xịt để kiểm soát chứng đàm suyễn. (He has to use an inhaler to control his asthma.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is primarily used in a medical or traditional medicine context. In modern clinical settings, the simpler term "hen suyễn" is more commonly used for "asthma," while "đàm suyễn" may be found in contexts discussing symptoms or traditional pathology.
Variants and Related Words
Hen suyễn (n): The more common contemporary term for asthma.
- Hen suyễn là một bệnh mãn tính. (Asthma is a chronic disease.)
Cơn suyễn (n): An asthma attack.
- Cô ấy lên cơn suyễn đột ngột. (She had a sudden asthma attack.)
Synonyms
- Asthma: The direct English equivalent.
- Bronchial asthma: A more specific medical term.
Notes on Usage
- "Đàm suyễn" is a compound term. Its use highlights the traditional understanding of the condition involving phlegm obstruction. It is important for learners to recognize that this is a specialized term. In everyday conversation about the illness, "hen suyễn" is preferred.