Describe a Time When You Had to Go to a Hospital or See a Doctor - IELTS Cue Card

Describe a Time When You Had to Go to a Hospital or See a Doctor - IELTS Cue Card Sample Answer 2

• What was wrong with you?

Nobody likes visiting a doctor. Infact, many people dislike going to hospitals. I’d consider staying home and heal physical ailments with the help of home remedies. But at times, when the medical problem seems to be big, then it’s mandatory for everyone to consult a doctor. Here, I’d like to talk about a time when I had to visit a doctor.

• How did you feel at that time?

A couple of months ago, due to seasonal changes and exposure to public places, I got affected by a severe cold, constant cough, followed by mild fever and migraine, which caused me great discomfort. Initially, I tried all the home remedies prescribed by my mother to cure the infection. But to my dismay, nothing worked, and the pain became unbearable. I could barely keep my eyes open.  I decided to consult a doctor in my locality.

• What happened at the hospital or doctor’s chamber?

I had to wait for around an hour outside his chamber, and then my name was called out. At first, he checked my body temperature, pulse and asked me to get a covid-19 test done. I was damn scared to get the test done as I was already symptomatic, and many things were running on my mind. Somehow, I gave it a shot and waited for the results. An hour later, my reports were back, and the doctors asked me if I had exposed myself to any covid-19 positive patient. I completely denied it and told that I didn’t step out of the house due to the lockdown. 

• Explain what treatment you were given to help you get better.

When I curiously asked him about my reports, he concluded that I had tested negative and the symptoms may probably be due to the temperature changes. Finally, I felt relieved. The doctor then prescribed me a few medications and recommended staying indoors and getting rest for at least two weeks. 

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