minor ailment

Examples (10)

• A common cold is often considered a minor ailment.
• For a minor ailment like a headache, you can usually take over-the-counter medicine.
• The doctor assured him it was just a minor ailment and he'd feel better in a few days.
• He dismissed the persistent cough as a minor ailment, unaware it was a symptom of something more serious.
• The local pharmacy offers remedies for various minor ailments, such as indigestion and rashes.
• She visited the clinic for what she thought was a minor ailment but required further tests.
• Treating a minor ailment promptly at home can prevent it from worsening.
• Even a minor ailment can become problematic for individuals with weakened immune systems.
• Our new health insurance plan covers consultations for any minor ailment.
• "Don't worry about me," she said, "it's just a minor ailment."