重病

zhòngbìng

serious illness

他患了重病，需要立即治疗。

He has a serious illness and needs immediate treatment.

Medicine

Medical

A severe or life-threatening illness that requires urgent medical attention.

医生诊断她患有重病，需要长期治疗。

The doctor diagnosed her with a serious illness that requires long-term treatment.

This term is commonly used in medical contexts to describe conditions that are critical or potentially fatal.

Collocations

重病患者seriously ill patient重病医院hospital for serious illnesses

beyond cure

tormented by illness

Use '重病' when referring to severe conditions like cancer, organ failure, or advanced infections.

Do not apply '重病' to temporary or mild conditions like colds or flu.

Composed of '重' (heavy, serious) and '病' (illness, disease), emphasizing the severity of the condition.

While '重病' can be used in general contexts, it is most precise in medical discussions. Avoid using it for minor ailments.

重

heavy, serious

root

病

illness, disease

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