collocation · neutral
seek medical attention
/siːk ˈmɛdɪkəl əˈtɛnʃən/SEEK MED·i·cal at·TEN·tion
to go to or contact health professionals when you need treatment or advice
Examples
“If symptoms persist for more than a week, you should seek medical attention.”
“He sought medical attention after feeling dizzy.”
“Many people delay seeking medical attention for minor wounds.”
Band 8 sentence
“Patients are advised to seek medical attention promptly if they experience chest pain or severe breathlessness.”
Collocations
- professional help
- urgent medical attention
Word family
Common mistakes
seek to doctor→seek medical attention / see a doctor
ask medical attention→seek medical attention
Say it for a higher band
5go to the doctor→6see a doctor→7+seek medical attention
Synonyms
see a doctor
Easily confused
visit a doctor
“After the accident he had to visit a doctor for a check‑up.”
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