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What does the prefix 'noso-' mean?
What does the prefix 'noso-' mean?
What condition is characterized by waking up during the night to urinate?
What condition is characterized by waking up during the night to urinate?
What is the meaning of 'iatrophobia'?
What is the meaning of 'iatrophobia'?
What does the term 'stenotic' relate to?
What does the term 'stenotic' relate to?
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What does the suffix '-comial' relate to?
What does the suffix '-comial' relate to?
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Study Notes
Medical Terminology
- The prefix "noso-" comes from the Greek word "nosos", meaning "disease".
- The suffix "-comial" is derived from the Greek word, relating to places where care is provided, such as hospitals.
Medical Conditions
- Nocturia is a condition characterized by frequent nighttime urination.
- Iatrophobia is an intense fear of doctors or medical treatment.
Medical Descriptions
- Stenotic refers to a condition of stenosis, a narrowing or constriction of a passage or orifice.
- In medical contexts, stenotic is often used to describe a faulty valve, such as in the heart, requiring surgical correction.
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Test your knowledge of medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, and conditions like nocturia and iatrophobia. Learn to identify and understand medical descriptions and terminology.
