Chapter 1 Word Parts Flashcards

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-algia

A

pain, suffering

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dys-

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bad, difficult, painful

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3
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-ectomy

A

surgical removal, cutting out

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hyper-

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excessive, increased

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hypo-

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deficient, decreased

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-itis

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inflammation

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-osis

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abnormal condition, disease

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-ostomy

A

surgical creation of an artificial opening to the surface of the body

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-otomy

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cutting, surgical incision

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-plasty

A

surgical repair

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-rrhage

A

bleeding, abnormal excessive fluid discharge

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-rrhaphy

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surgical suturing

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13
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-rrhea

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flow or discharge

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14
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-rrhexis

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rupture

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-sclerosis

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abnormal hardening

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