La alergia
Example: La alergia al polen empeora en primavera cada año.
Definition
"La alergia" is a medical condition characterized by an immune system reaction to substances that are usually harmless, such as pollen, dust, or certain foods. These reactions can cause symptoms like sneezing, itching, or swelling, often worsening during specific seasons like spring.
Etymology
The word "la alergia" comes from the Greek words 'allos' meaning 'other' and 'ergon' meaning 'reaction' or 'work.' It was adopted into Spanish through medical terminology, reflecting the body's unusual response to certain external agents. Did you know that the concept of allergy was first described in the early 20th century?
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"La alergia" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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