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WELL-BEING 5

Speaking

A. Discuss the questions in pairs or groups.

1. What are some common symptoms of a cold?
2. What are some common side effects of
medicine?
3. What can you do to relieve these symptoms
and side effects?

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B. You will listen to a conversation between
a girl and her friend who is going through
chemotherapy. Before you listen, predict some
of the things they will talk about.

C. In groups, role-play a conversation between a
friend and someone suffering from the side-
effects of chemotherapy. Use the information
card and the phrases below.

Side effects of chemotherapy

Common Phrases for talking about your health
Illness/weakened immune system
Bruising and bleeding easily This illness is really taking it out of me.

Hair loss I've come down with (a cold/flu).
Nausea and vomiting It's easy to pick (things/colds/illnesses) up.
Pain in hands and feet from damaged nerves I'm trying to watch what I eat
Breathing problems My digestion is a bit messed up.
Stomach and digestion problems I won't give you the details.
Rashes It's a common side effect, apparently.
Mouth sores I'm feeling pretty under the weather.
Headaches and muscle pain
Rare
Changes in skin colour
Swelling in hands and feet

Depression and anxiety
Low blood pressure

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