face ague (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈfeɪs ˈæɡjuː/
Definition
A condition characterized by recurring episodes of facial pain, typically accompanied by redness and swelling, often affecting the cheeks and nose.
Examples
The doctor diagnosed her with face ague and prescribed a course of antibiotics.
Face ague can be triggered by stress, certain foods, or environmental factors.
How to Use face ague
- face ague symptoms (noun phrase)
- the symptoms associated with face ague — "The doctor asked her to describe her face ague symptoms in more detail."
- face ague treatment (noun phrase)
- the treatment for face ague — "The face ague treatment involved a combination of medication and lifestyle changes."
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