Medical Terminology Quiz

What is the term for inflammation of the mucous lining in the mouth?

• Stomatoplasty

• Stomatorrhagia

• Stomatitis

• Glossitis

Which medical condition involves an abnormal connection between the esophagus and the trachea?

• Esophageal stricture

• Esophageal atresia

• Esophageal varices

• Esophageal fistula

What is the term for the narrowing of the pyloric sphincter?

• Pyloric stenosis

• Gastritis

• Gastroparesis

• Peptic ulcer

Which condition is characterized by chronic abdominal pain, discomfort, bloating, and alteration of bowel habits?

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome

• Enteritis

• Gastroenteritis

• Colitis

What does the term 'Achlorhydria' refer to?

• More production of HCl in the stomach

• Less production of HCl in the stomach

• No production of HCl in the stomach

• Increased flow of saliva

What is the surgical procedure to remove diseased gum tissue called?

• Glossoplasty

• Gingivectomy

• Sialadenitis

• Odontectomy

Which term describes the presence of excess fat in feces?

• Gingivitis

• Steatorrhea

• Diarrhea

• Constipation

What is the term for the surgical removal of all or part of the tongue?

• Glossectomy

• Glossalgia

• Glossospasm

• Glossitis

Which term refers to the abnormal downward displacement of the stomach?

• Gingivitis

• Gastritis

• Gastroptosis

• Gastroparesis

What is the term for the decay of hard tissues of teeth?

• Odontitis

• Dental caries

• Odontalgia

• Orthodontics