Medical Terminology

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What does the prefix 'Athero-' refer to in medical terminology?

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Plaque or fatty substance

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What does the suffix '-algia' indicate in medical terms?

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Pain & suffering

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What is the meaning of the prefix 'Gastro-'?

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Stomach

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What does the prefix 'Erythr-' signify?

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Red

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What does the suffix '-plasty' mean?

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Surgical repair

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What is the meaning of the prefix 'Cardio-' in medical terminology?

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Heart

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What does the suffix '-itis' indicate?

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Inflammation

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What does the prefix 'Neuro-' refer to?

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Nerve or nervous system

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

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Surgical removal

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What does the prefix 'Hemo-' signify?

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Blood