Urinary System
Using medical terminology what does Nephrology mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: The medical specialty that focuses on the study and treatment of kidney diseases.
Using medical terminology what does Gastroenterology mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: The medical specialty that focuses on the study and treatment of disorders of the digestive system.
Using medical terminology what does Endocrinology mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: The medical specialty that focuses on the study and treatment of endocrine system disorders.
Using medical terminology what does Osteoporosis mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: A condition characterized by the weakening of bones and reduced bone density, making them more susceptible to fractures.
Using medical terminology what does Neurology mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: The medical specialty that focuses on the study and treatment of nervous system disorders.
Using medical terminology what does Urology mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: The medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the urinary system in both males and females, as well as the male reproductive system.
Using medical terminology what does Hepatitis mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: Inflammation of the liver, often caused by viral infection or other factors.
Using medical terminology what does Thyroidectomy mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: Surgical removal of the thyroid gland.
Using medical terminology what does Arthritis mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: Inflammation of one or more joints, resulting in pain, stiffness, and swelling.
Using medical terminology what does Encephalitis mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: Inflammation of the brain, often caused by infection or autoimmune conditions.
Using medical terminology what does Cystitis mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix
Meaning: Inflammation of the bladder, often due to infection.
Using medical terminology what does Colitis mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: Inflammation of the colon (large intestine).
Using medical terminology what does Hyperglycemia mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: High levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood, often associated with diabetes.
Using medical terminology what does Myalgia mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: Muscle pain or discomfort.
Using medical terminology what does Cerebrovascular mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: Pertaining to the blood vessels of the brain, often associated with conditions like strokes.
Using medical terminology what does Nephrectomy mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: Surgical removal of a kidney.
Using medical terminology what does Pancreatitis mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: Inflammation of the pancreas.
Using medical terminology what does Adrenaline mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: A hormone produced by the adrenal glands that prepares the body for a "fight or flight" response.
Using medical terminology what does Scoliosis mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: A lateral (sideways) curvature of the spine, often occurring during adolescence.
Using medical terminology what does Neuron mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: A specialized cell that transmits nerve impulses in the nervous system.
Using medical terminology what does Nephrolithiasis mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: The formation of kidney stones or the presence of stones in the kidney or urinary tract.
Using medical terminology what does Gastrointestinal mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: Pertaining to both the stomach and the intestines, often used to describe the entire digestive system.
Using medical terminology what does Corticosteroid mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: A group of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex, which have various functions in the body, including regulating metabolism and immune responses.
Using medical terminology what does Osteotomy mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: A surgical procedure involving the cutting or incision of a bone.
Using medical terminology what does Myelography mean? Double points if you explain the word root, suffix, or prefix that compounds the term.
Meaning: A diagnostic procedure that involves imaging the spinal cord using contrast dye.