原版英语对话：Making a Doctor’s Appointment(3)

A: Hello, I need to come in and see the doctor.
B: Are you scheduling a check-up, or are you ill?
A: I have really itchy skin and think I may have to have it looked at.
B: Have you been feeling any joint¹ aches with that rash²?
A: No, but I have a low fever.
B: I have times available for Tuesday or Wednesday. Which one would work best for you?
A: I want to come in on Wednesday.
B: I can fit you in on that day at 10:00. Dr. Smith or Dr. Jones is available.
A: I would prefer Dr. Smith.
B: You can see the doctor of your choice then, and we will see you at your scheduled appointment time.

 

1 joint   

adj.联合的，共同的；n.关节，接合处；v.连接，贴合

参考例句：

• I had a bad fall,which put my shoulder out of joint.我重重地摔了一跤，肩膀脫臼了。
• We wrote a letter in joint names.我们联名写了封信。

2 rash   

adj.轻率的；n.（皮）疹，爆发的一连串

参考例句：

• My skin has broken out in an itchy rash.我的皮肤上突然长出一片让人发痒的皮疹。
• Don't be rash in making your decision.别轻率做出决定。