一いち病びょう息そく災さい

expression

one illness, long life

A yojijukugo proverb meaning that having a chronic illness makes one more health-conscious, leading to a longer life. Often used to encourage someone with a minor ailment.

• 「一いち病びょう息そく災さい」という言こと葉ばもあるから、あまり気きにしすぎないで。

  There's also the saying 'one illness, long life,' so don't worry too much.