Terminology Suffix Flashcards
1
Q
algia
A
Pain
Arthralgia
Ot
Neur
My
Fibromyalgia is a common chronic disorder that involves widespread pain in muscles and fibrous tissues and joints.
2
Q
Cele
A
Hernia
Rectocele
Cystocele
3
Q
Centesis
A
puncture to remove fluid
Amniocentesis- membrane surrounding fetus/ embryo
4
Q
Coccus single
Cocci plural
A
Berry shaped bacterium
Bacteria
streptococcus
staphylococci
(stah-fih-lo-KOK-si)
Microbiologists often refer to bacteria in clusters as “staph.”