Medical Terminology: Suffix '-oid'
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What does the suffix '-oid' denote?

  • Indicating size
  • Indicating location
  • Indicating color
  • Indicating shape, form, or resemblance (correct)
  • What are hemorrhoids?

    Swollen veins in the lower rectum that are usually painless but cause bleeding.

    What are epidermoids?

    Noncancerous, small bumps beneath the skin that are rarely harmful.

    What condition does rheumatoid arthritis cause?

    <p>Pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of function in the joints.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hyperthyroid mean?

    <p>Production of too much thyroxine hormone in the neck, causing increased metabolism and weight loss.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a tetraploid?

    <p>A rare chromosomal anomaly where someone has four copies of each chromosome instead of two.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Medical Terminology: Suffix "-oid"

    • The suffix "-oid" indicates shape, form, or resemblance.

    Hemorrhoids

    • Swollen veins located in the lower rectum.
    • Typically painless but may lead to bleeding.

    Epidermoids

    • Noncancerous small bumps that develop beneath the skin.
    • Generally harmless and not associated with serious medical issues.

    Rheumatoid Arthritis

    • A chronic inflammatory disorder affecting joints.
    • Symptoms include pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of joint function.

    Hyperthyroid

    • Refers to the excessive production of thyroxine hormone by the thyroid gland.
    • Results in increased metabolism and potential weight loss.

    Tetraploid

    • A rare chromosomal condition involving four copies of each chromosome.
    • Distinct from the typical diploid condition, which has two copies.

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    Explore various medical terms that include the suffix '-oid' in this informative quiz. Learn about conditions like hemorrhoids, epidermoids, rheumatoid arthritis, hyperthyroid, and tetraploid. Test your knowledge on how these terms relate to shape, form, or resemblance in medical vocabulary.

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