#1
Which suffix is commonly used to denote inflammation?
-itis
ExplanationDenotes inflammation.
#2
What does the suffix '-ology' refer to?
Study of
ExplanationRefers to the study of.
#3
What is the meaning of the suffix '-lysis' in medical terminology?
Destruction or breakdown
ExplanationRefers to destruction or breakdown.
#4
Which medical suffix is commonly associated with pain?
-algia
ExplanationCommonly associated with pain.
#5
What does the suffix '-centesis' mean in medical terminology?
Surgical puncture to remove fluid
ExplanationRefers to surgical puncture to remove fluid.
#6
What does the suffix '-ectomy' mean?
Surgical removal
ExplanationRefers to surgical removal.
#7
Which medical suffix indicates a process or action?
-ation
ExplanationIndicates a process or action.
#8
Which suffix indicates a state or condition?
-osis
ExplanationIndicates a state or condition.
#9
What is the meaning of the suffix '-megaly'?
Enlargement
ExplanationRefers to enlargement.
#10
Which suffix denotes a condition of deficient or decreased oxygen in tissues?
-oxia
ExplanationDenotes deficient or decreased oxygen in tissues.
#11
What is the meaning of the suffix '-pathy'?
Disease or disorder
ExplanationRefers to a disease or disorder.
#12
Which suffix denotes a condition of abnormal growth or development?
-megaly
ExplanationDenotes abnormal growth or development.
#13
Which medical suffix denotes a fear or aversion?
-phobia
ExplanationDenotes fear or aversion.
#14
What does the suffix '-rrhea' mean?
Flow or discharge
ExplanationRefers to flow or discharge.
#15
Which medical suffix indicates a surgical incision or cutting?
-otomy
ExplanationIndicates surgical incision or cutting.