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m109 lesson 2
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05/30/2025

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dys
Definition
condition of painful digestion
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endo
Definition
pertaining to within the stomach
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hemi
Definition
surgical removal of half of the stomach
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hyper
Definition
excessive gastrin in the blood
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hypo
Definition
below normal blood sugar levels
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mal
Definition
poor intake (of nutrients)
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para
Definition
inflammation near the colon
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peri
Definition
pertaining to around the stomach
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sub
Definition
pertaining to under the tongue
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trans
Definition
pertaining to(procedures or condition that occur) through the stomach
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An- / A-:
Definition
Without, lack of Example: Anuria – The absence of urine production, often indicating kidney failure or severe dehydration, requiring immediate medical evaluation and treatment.
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Dia-:
Definition
Through, complete Example: Dialysis is a medical procedure that removes waste products and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys can no longer function properly
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Dys
Definition
Difficult, painful, or abnormal Example: Dysuria – Painful or difficult urination, often caused by urinary tract infections (UTIs), kidney stones, or other underlying conditions
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Hyper
Definition
Excessive, above normal Example: Hyperuricemia – Excessive levels of uric acid in the blood, which can lead to conditions such as gout or kidney stones if untreated.
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Hypo-:
Definition
Below normal, deficient Example: Hyposthenuria – The excretion of excessively dilute urine due to the kidneys' inability to concentrate it properly, often associated with conditions like diabetes insipidus or chronic kidney disease.
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Poly-:
Definition
Many, excessive Example: Polyuria – Excessive urine output, commonly associated with conditions like diabetes mellitus or diabetes insipidus, often leading to dehydration if untreated.
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Noct-:
Definition
Night Example: Nocturia – Frequent urination at night, which can disrupt sleep and may result from conditions like overactive bladder, urinary tract infections, or heart failure.
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Oligo-
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Few or scanty Example: Oliguria – Scanty urine output, often a sign of kidney dysfunction, dehydration, or shock, requiring urgent medical attention
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