Chapter 1 - Introduction to Medical Terminology [Word Parts] Flashcards
Unit 1 Study Guide (Chapters 1,2, and 15)
1
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-algia
A
Pain, suffering
2
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-dynia
A
Pain
3
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-ectomy
A
surgical removal, cutting out
4
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hypo-
A
Deficient, decreased
4
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hyper-
A
Excessive, increased
4
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-gram
A
picture or record
5
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-itis
A
Inflammation
6
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-osis
A
Abnormal condition, disease
7
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-ostomy
A
The surgical creation of an artificial opening to the body surface
8
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pre-
A
before, in front of
9
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-plasty
A
Surgical repair
10
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-rrhage
A
Bleeding, abnormal excessive fluid discharge
11
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-rrhaphy
A
Surgical suturing
12
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-rrhea
A
Flow or discharge
13
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-sclerosis
A
Abnormal hardening
