Medical Terminology Flashcards (91-110)

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Medical Terminology Key Terms (91-110)

Esthesia: Refers to feeling or sensation; associated with anesthesia, which means the absence of feeling.
Esophag: Root related to the esophagus, the canal connecting the throat and stomach.
Eu: Prefix meaning normal; exemplified by eupnea, which indicates normal breathing.
Ex: Prefix meaning exit; linked to extension, describing the movement of a joint.
Flex: To bend; flexible refers to the ability to bend easily.
Gastr: Pertains to the stomach; seen in gastritis, which means inflammation of the stomach.
Gen: Denotes something that produces; androgen is an example, a hormone that produces steroids.
Genesis: Reflects the process of creation or formation.
Genic: Meaning producing; illustrated by carcinogen, a substance that has the ability to produce cancer.
Gloss: Related to the tongue; glossitis describes a sore or inflamed tongue.
Glyc: Indicates sugar; glycogen is a sugar form stored in the body.
Gram: Represents a record or picture.
Graph: A tool used for recording information.
Graphy: The process or technique of recording data.
Gravida: Refers to pregnancy; gravidity signifies the number of times a female has been pregnant.
Gynec: Relates to female health; a gynecologist is a doctor specialized in women's health.
Hem: Pertains to blood; hemoglobin is key in carrying oxygen in red blood cells.
Hemat: Another term connected to blood; hematocrit identifies the ratio of red blood cells to the total blood volume.
Hemi: Signifies half; hemiparesis is a condition involving paralysis affecting half of the body.
Hepat: Relates to the liver; hepatitis indicates inflammation of the liver.

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Test your knowledge of essential medical terminology with these flashcards covering words from 91 to 110. Each card includes definitions, examples, and meanings to help reinforce your understanding of medical vocabulary. Perfect for students in medical programs or professionals seeking to refresh their knowledge.