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What does the suffix -megaly mean?
What does the suffix -pathy refer to?
What does -rrhea indicate?
The term -rrhagia is associated with which condition?
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Which of the following terms indicates a condition of pain?
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What does -emia refer to?
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What does the suffix -oma indicate?
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What is the term for enlargement of the liver?
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What is the medical term for pain in the ear?
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What is the procedure for surgical removal of the gallbladder?
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What is the term for surgical puncture to remove fluid from the chest?
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What does the term nephropathy mean?
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What is the term for excessive bleeding?
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What does the term arthritis refer to?
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The term for treatment using chemicals to destroy malignant cells is __________.
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Match the following medical conditions with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Medical Terminology Foundations
- -megaly: Refers to enlargement of an organ or body part.
- -pathy: Indicates a disease condition affecting an organ or system.
- -rrhea: Defines a flow or discharge, often used in various medical contexts.
- -rrhagia: Denotes an excessive discharge of blood, frequently related to hemorrhage.
Abnormal Conditions and Symptoms
- -osis: Signifies a condition or abnormal condition, often one that is chronic.
- -ia: Pertains to a state, condition or quality.
- -itis: Used to describe inflammation, such as in esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus).
- -algia: Specifies a condition of pain, exemplified by otalgia (ear pain).
Blood and Tumors
- -emia: Refers to a condition of the blood, as seen in anemia (lower than normal number of red blood cells).
- -oma: Indicates a tumor or mass, such as in myeloma (malignant tumor of bone marrow).
- -sclerosis: Refers to hardening of tissue or organs, often related to arteries.
Urinary Context
- -uria: Relates to the condition of urine, with applications in diagnostic terms.
Surgical Procedures and Techniques
- -ectomy: Denotes removal of an organ or tissue, for example, cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder).
- -centesis: A surgical puncture to remove fluid, for instance, thoracentesis (fluid removal from the chest).
- -plasty: Refers to surgical repair, such as angioplasty (repair of blood vessels).
- -scopy: Indicates the process of visual examination, like laryngoscopy.
Examinations and Imaging
- -gram: Represents a record or image, for instance, mammogram (an X-ray of the breast).
- -graphy: Refers to the process of recording, with angiography illustrating blood vessels.
Inflammatory Conditions
- -itis: Used with various body parts, including arthritis (inflammation of joints) and nephritis (inflammation of the kidneys).
Significant Diseases and Maladies
- leukocytosis: An abnormal condition with an increase in white blood cells to combat infection.
- pneumonia: Abnormal lung condition marked by inflammation, often from infections.
- arteriosclerosis: Hardening of fatty plaque in artery linings that can lead to serious cardiovascular issues.
- necrosis: Refers to abnormal cell death affecting tissues.
Special Terminology for Body Areas
- esophageal: Pertains to the esophagus.
- inguinal: Relates to the groin area.
- renal: Indicates connection to kidneys.
- pulmonary: Associated with lungs.
Conditions in Specific Anatomical Regions
- hepatitis: Inflammation of the liver, a key condition in liver diseases.
- otitis: Inflammation of the ear.
- rhinitis: Refers to inflammation of the nose.
Treatment and Management Terms
- -therapy: Indicates treatment processes for various diseases and conditions.
- cryotherapy: Involves treatment using cold temperatures to manage tissue.
Key Terms Related to the Study of Medical Procedures
- phlebotomy: Involves incision of a vein to withdraw blood for tests.
- hysterectomy: Refers to the surgical removal of the uterus.
- oophorectomy: Excision of ovaries as part of gynecological surgery.
These medical terminologies are fundamental for understanding healthcare practices and communicating effectively in clinical settings.
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Test your knowledge of essential medical terminology with this quiz focused on suffixes used in various conditions and symptoms. The questions will cover terms related to organ enlargement, inflammation, blood conditions, and tumors. Ideal for students in health-related fields.
