No. 18,005 in Polish
świerzb
Scabies.
In a sentence
Świerzb jest chorobą skóry wywoływaną przez pasożyty.
Scabies is a skin disease caused by parasites.
The word 'świerzb' is used as a noun referring to a medical condition.
Choć jej skóra była czysta, czułam jakby świerzb mnie dręczył.
Although her skin was clean, I felt as if scabies was tormenting me.
The word 'świerzb' is used metaphorically to describe an uncomfortable feeling.
Lekarz zalecił maść, która powinna zlikwidować świerzb.
The doctor recommended an ointment that should eliminate scabies.
Here, 'świerzb' is used as part of a medical treatment discussion for managing the condition.
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