Feeling Sick | Talking about the Flu | ESL Conversation

Summary

A concerned individual tends to their friend who is feeling unwell after a day of sickness. The friend has been experiencing a fever, alternating between hot and cold sensations, and is vomiting throughout the day. Despite taking some cold and flu medication, they are struggling to eat and feeling worse. The caretaker suggests a visit to the doctor for a more accurate diagnosis and stronger medication. As the friend continues to feel nauseous, they are helped to the bathroom, emphasizing the severity of their condition and the need for proper care.

Takeaways

• 😀 The person is feeling very sick and experiences a high fever.
• 😷 They are unsure about the cause, initially thinking it might be related to food from the previous night.
• 🥴 The person experiences both hot and cold sensations, along with frequent vomiting.
• 💊 They took some cold and flu medicine from the medicine cabinet, but it only helped a little.
• 🥵 They find it difficult to eat, with the thought of food making them feel even worse.
• 🍲 The other person suggests making soup, but the sick person is not willing to eat anything.
• 🤕 The sick person’s symptoms resemble those of the flu, indicating a need for professional medical help.
• 👨‍⚕️ The person is advised to see a doctor for stronger medication and a proper diagnosis.
• 🤢 The sick person is still feeling very nauseous and fears they might throw up again.
• 🚻 The other person helps them to the toilet to prevent further discomfort.

Q & A

What symptoms is Character 2 experiencing in the script?

Character 2 is experiencing a high fever, chills, nausea, and vomiting. They also mention feeling hot and cold throughout the day.

Why does Character 2 think they started feeling ill?

Character 2 initially thought it was due to something they ate the previous night, but their symptoms worsened, leading them to believe it’s something more serious.

What did Character 2 do to try to feel better?

Character 2 took some cold and flu medicine from the medicine cabinet, which helped a little but didn’t fully resolve their symptoms.

How does Character 2 react to the idea of eating?

Character 2 strongly rejects the idea of eating, saying that even thinking about food makes them feel sick, which suggests a lack of appetite due to their illness.

What solution does Character 1 propose to help Character 2?

Character 1 suggests that Character 2 should eat something, specifically offering to make them some soup, in hopes of helping them feel better.

What advice does Character 1 give regarding medical treatment?

Character 1 advises that Character 2 should see a doctor to get a stronger medication and a proper diagnosis, indicating that their symptoms may require professional attention.

How does Character 2 feel about the possibility of seeing a doctor?

Character 2 seems to be too ill to fully consider seeing a doctor, as they focus more on their physical discomfort, especially their stomach pain and nausea.

What role does Character 1 play in the interaction?

Character 1 plays the role of a concerned caregiver, offering water, suggesting medical solutions, and helping Character 2 navigate their illness in a supportive way.

What kind of relationship can be inferred between Character 1 and Character 2?

The relationship between the characters appears to be one of close friendship or caring companionship, as Character 1 is very attentive and concerned about Character 2’s well-being.

Why does Character 2 seem hesitant to eat or take more medicine?

Character 2 is likely feeling extremely nauseous and overwhelmed by their symptoms, making the idea of food or more medication unappealing. Their physical discomfort seems to override any rational thought about recovery.