Chapter 2: Suffixes of the Eyes and Ears Flashcards
1
Q
What does the suffix “-algia” mean?
A
Pain.
2
Q
What does the suffix “-cusis” mean?
A
Hearing.
3
Q
What does the suffix “-itis” mean?
A
Inflammation.
4
Q
What does the suffix “-metry” mean?
A
To measure.
5
Q
What does the suffix “opia” mean?
A
Vision condition.
6
Q
What does the suffix “-pexy” mean?
A
Surgical fixation.
7
Q
What does the suffix “-plasty” mean?
A
Surgical repair.
8
Q
What does the suffix “-rrhagia” mean?
A
Bleeding.
9
Q
What does the suffix “-rrhea” mean?
A
Discharge.
10
Q
What does the suffix “-scope”mean?
A
Instrument for visual examination.
11
Q
What does the suffix “-tomy” mean?
A
Surgical incision.
