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Common Medical Suffixes and Their Meanings Quiz

#1

Which suffix means 'pertaining to'?

-ic
Explanation

Denotes a relationship or association.

#2

What does the suffix '-ectomy' mean?

Surgical removal
Explanation

Refers to the surgical removal of a specified part.

#3

What does the suffix '-algia' typically denote?

Pain
Explanation

Refers to pain or painful conditions.

#4

Which suffix means 'inflammation'?

-itis
Explanation

Denotes inflammation or swelling.

#5

Which suffix means 'surgical fixation'?

-plasty
Explanation

Refers to a surgical procedure involving shaping or molding.

#6

What is the meaning of the suffix '-rrhage'?

Bleeding or bursting forth
Explanation

Denotes bleeding or a bursting forth of fluid.

#7

Which suffix means 'condition of'?

-osis
Explanation

Indicates a state or condition.

#8

What is the meaning of the suffix '-penia'?

Deficiency
Explanation

Denotes a lack or deficiency.

#9

What is the meaning of the suffix '-ology'?

Study of
Explanation

Refers to the study or science of a particular subject.

#10

Which suffix denotes 'study of diseases'?

-logy
Explanation

Indicates the study or science of diseases.

#11

Which suffix means 'infection'?

-itis
Explanation

Denotes inflammation or infection.

#12

What does the suffix '-rrhea' typically indicate?

Flow or discharge
Explanation

Refers to a flow or discharge of fluid.

#13

Which suffix means 'condition of producing, forming'?

-genesis
Explanation

Indicates the process of formation or production.

#14

What does the suffix '-penic' mean?

Pertaining to
Explanation

Indicates a relationship or association with something.

#15

Which suffix denotes 'surgical incision'?

-tomy
Explanation

Refers to a surgical incision or cutting.

#16

Which suffix denotes 'inflammation of the liver'?

-hepatitis
Explanation

Indicates inflammation of the liver.

#17

What does the suffix '-pnea' typically indicate?

Breathing
Explanation

Refers to the act of breathing or respiration.

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