The "Double R" Suffixes Flashcards

1
Q

-rrhage and -rrhagia

A

bleeding

sudden, severe bleeding

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2
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-rrhaphy

A

surgical suturing to close a wound and includes the use of sutures, staples, or surgical glue

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3
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-rrhea

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flow or discharge and refers to the flow of most body fluids

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