The introduction to medical terminology Flashcards
Word Parts
1
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algia
A
pain, painful condition
2
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dys
A
bad, difficult, or painful
3
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ectomy
A
surgical removal, cutting out
4
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hyper
A
excessive, increased
5
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hypo
A
deficient, decreasde
6
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itis
A
inflammation
6
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osis
A
abnormal condition, diseases
7
Q
ostomy
A
the surgical creation of an artificial opening to the body
8
Q
otomy
A
cutting, surgical incision
9
Q
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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rrhexis
A
rupture
14
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sclerosis
A
abnormal hardening