Questions and Answers
What does myelopathy describe?
Any pathologic change or disease in the spinal cord.
What is the medical term for higher-than-normal blood pressure?
Hypertension.
The term __________ means pertaining to birth.
natal.
Pain is classified as a?
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In the term myopathy, the suffix -pathy means __________.
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What does gastritis describe?
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What is the term for the formation of pus?
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What does the term trauma mean?
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The term __________ means pertaining to a virus.
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A/an __________ is the surgical removal of the appendix.
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What is a disease named for the person who discovered it called?
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What is a localized response to injury or tissue destruction called?
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What is a fissure of the skin?
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What does neurorrhaphy mean?
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What does tonsillitis mean?
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Study Notes
Medical Terminology Key Terms
- Myelopathy: Refers to any pathological change or disease affecting the spinal cord.
- Hypertension: Medical term for abnormally high blood pressure.
- Natal: Pertaining to birth; often used in medical contexts related to childbirth.
- Symptom: A sign of an underlying condition; pain is classified as a symptom.
- Disease: In myopathy, the suffix "-pathy" indicates a disease or disorder.
Inflammatory and Surgical Terms
- Gastritis: Describes inflammation of the stomach lining, an important gastrointestinal term.
- Suppuration: The process of pus formation resulting from infection or inflammation.
- Trauma: Refers to any wound or injury inflicted on the body.
- Viral: Pertains specifically to viruses; often used to describe infections caused by viral agents.
- Appendectomy: A surgical procedure for the removal of the appendix, frequently performed in cases of appendicitis.
Etymology and Responses
- Eponym: A term for diseases named after the person who discovered or first described them; important for historical context in medicine.
- Inflammation: A localized bodily response to injury or tissue damage characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain.
- Fissure: A term used to describe a groove or crack-like sore in the skin, often associated with skin conditions.
- Neurorrhaphy: Refers to the surgical process of suturing together the ends of a severed nerve; vital in nerve repair techniques.
- Tonsillitis: Inflammation of the tonsils, which can cause sore throat and difficulty swallowing.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards on medical terminology. This quiz covers essential terms related to myelopathy, hypertension, natal, symptoms, and diseases crucial for understanding human health. Perfect for students in medical fields or anyone interested in healthcare vocabulary.
