Medical Terminology Suffixes Quiz

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

• Condition

• Disease

• Inflammation

• Pain

What does the suffix '-ectomy' refer to?

• Measurement

• Surgical removal

• Study of

• Formation

The suffix '-itis' is used to denote what?

• Weakness

• Inflammation

• Fear

• Enlargement

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

• Narrowing

• Enlargement

• Softening

• Weakness

What does the suffix '-oma' indicate?

• Tumor

• Blood condition

• Breathing

• Speech