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5 days ago · This is a list of roots, suffixes, and prefixes used in medical terminology, their meanings, and their etymologies. Most of them are combining forms in Neo-Latin and hence international scientific vocabulary. There are a few general rules about how they combine.
3 days ago · Dorsiflexion and plantarflexion are terms used to describe movements at the ankle. They refer to the two surfaces of the foot; the dorsum (superior surface) and the plantar surface (the sole). Dorsiflexion refers to flexion at the ankle, so that the foot points more superiorly.
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3 days ago · The suffixes most commonly used to indicate disease are "itis," meaning inflammation; "oma," meaning tumor; and "osis," meaning a condition, usually morbid. The suffixes listed occur often in medical terminology, but they are also used in ordinary language.
5 days ago · Medical language allows health care professionals to be clear because a. few people really understand medical terminology, so at least everyone is speaking the same way b. health care professionals are in control of the situation and don't want to scare patients with a language that they could understand c. we live in a multicultural society with a variety of languages, and medical language is ...
5 days ago · An introduction to medical terminology. The use of medical terminology is ever present in general practice and uses a standardised language. This allows for more effective communication. A clear understanding of medical terminology also minimises mistakes that can come from poor communication or the incorrect interpretation of terminology in ...
4 days ago · Dysplasia is the growth of abnormal cells within tissues or organs. This can happen in any part of the body. You might hear the term "cervical dysplasia" following a Pap test. Or "hip dysplasia" following imaging tests on an infant or young child. Dysplasia isn't cancer.
5 days ago · Discriminatory abuse poses a significant challenge in the field of health and social care. It involves any form of unfair treatment or disrespect of individuals or groups based on specific characteristics. These characteristics include, but are not limited to, age, gender, race, disability, religion, or sexual orientation.
