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- -drome: Run, running together Example: Syndrome
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- A group of symptoms or signs that occur together, such as Cushing’s syndrome, which results from excessive cortisol production by the adrenal glands.
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- -ectomy: Excision, cut out Example: Thyroidectomy
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- Surgical removal of the thyroid gland, often performed to treat conditions such as hyperthyroidism, thyroid cancer, or goiters.
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- -emia: Condition of the blood Example: Hyperglycemia
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- High levels of glucose in the blood, commonly associated with diabetes mellitus and requiring careful monitoring and management.
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- -ism: State of Example: Hypothyroidism:
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- : A state of underactive thyroid function, resulting in reduced production of thyroid hormones and symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and cold intolerance.
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- -itis: Inflammation Example: Thyroiditis:.
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- Inflammation of the thyroid gland, which may result from autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's thyroiditis or infections.
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- -logist: Specialist who studies and treats Example: Endocrinologist:
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- A medical specialist who studies and treats disorders of the endocrine system, such as diabetes, thyroid diseases, and hormonal imbalances.
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- -logy: Study of Example: Endocrinology:
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- The study of the endocrine system, including the glands, hormones, and their related diseases.
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- -megaly: Enlarged, enlargement Example: Acromegaly:
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- Abnormal enlargement of extremities caused by excessive growth hormone secretion from the pituitary gland in adulthood.
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- -oid: Resembling Example: Adrenoid
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- Resembling the adrenal glands in shape or function, possibly used in anatomical studies or to describe tissue with adrenal-like characteristics.
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- -oma: Tumor Example: Insulinoma:
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- A tumor of the pancreas that produces excessive amounts of insulin, often leading to episodes of hypoglycemia.
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- -pathy: Disease Example: Adenopathy
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- A disease or enlargement of glandular tissue, such as in swollen lymph nodes or glandular dysfunction in the endocrine system.
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- -plasia: Condition of, formation, development, growth Example: Hyperplasia:
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- Excessive growth or formation of cells within an endocrine gland, such as adrenal hyperplasia, which can affect hormone production.
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- -tomy: Incision, cut into Example: Adrenalotomy:
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- : A surgical incision into the adrenal gland, often performed to remove a tumor or investigate gland abnormalities.
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- -al: Pertaining to Example Vaginal:
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- Pertaining to the vagina, as in vaginal delivery, which refers to childbirth through the birth canal.
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- -algia: Pain Example Orchidalgia
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- Pain in one or both testicles. The pain can vary from mild discomfort to severe and may be acute (sudden) or chronic (lasting for a longer time).
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- -ar: Pertaining to Example Seminiferous:
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- Pertaining to the production of semen, such as in seminiferous tubules found in the testes.
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- -atresia: Occlusion, closure Example Vaginal atresia:
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- Congenital closure or absence of the vaginal canal, which may require surgical correction.
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- -cision: Process of cutting Example Incision:
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- A surgical cut made during procedures, such as a cesarean section (C-section).
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- -cleisis: Surgical closure Example Colpocleisis:
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- Surgical closure of the vaginal canal, often performed to treat uterine prolapse in elderly patients who are not sexually active.
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- -ectomy: Excision or surgical removal Example Hysterectomy:
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- Surgical removal of the uterus, commonly performed to treat fibroids, cancer, or severe uterine bleeding.
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- -ectomy: Excision or surgical removal Example Hysterectomy:
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- Surgical removal of the uterus, commonly performed to treat fibroids, cancer, or severe uterine bleeding.
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- -genesis: Beginning, development, or production Example Spermatogenesis:
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- The production and development of sperm in the testes.
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- -gram: Record Example Hysterosalpingogram:
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- A radiographic image of the uterus and fallopian tubes, used to assess fertility or detect blockages.
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- -graphy: Process of recording Example Mammography
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- The process of obtaining X-ray images of the breasts to screen for abnormalities such as tumors.
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- -ia: Diseased state, abnormal state, condition of Example Amenorrhea:
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- The absence of menstrual periods, which can result from hormonal imbalances or other medical conditions.
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- -ic: Pertaining to Example Pelvic:
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- -ic: Pertaining to Example Pelvic: Pertaining to the pelvis, as in pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), an infection of the reproductive organs.
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- -ism: State of, condition Example Cryptorchidism:
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- A condition where one or both testicles fail to descend into the scrotum, often requiring surgical correction.
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- -ism: State of, condition Example Cryptorchidism: .
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- A condition where one or both testicles fail to descend into the scrotum, often requiring surgical correction.
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- -itis: Inflammation Example Endometritis:
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- Inflammation of the inner lining of the uterus, often caused by infection or retained tissue after childbirth.
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- Study of Example Gynecology: The study of the female reproductive system, including its disorders and diseases.
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- Loosening, dissolution, separating Example Adhesiolysis: The surgical removal of adhesions, which are bands of scar tissue that can form in the pelvic region and affect fertility.
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- Tumor, mass Example Teratoma: A type of tumor composed of tissues from different germ layers, often found in the ovaries or testes.
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- Pertaining to Example Gravidous: Pertaining to pregnancy, often used in terms like multigravidous (having had multiple pregnancies).
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- Disease Example Endometriopathy: Disease of the endometrium, which may lead to abnormal uterine bleeding or infertility.
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- Surgical fixation, suspension Example Oophoropexy: Surgical fixation of an ovary, often performed to prevent ovarian torsion.
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- Development, growth Example Hyperplasia: Excessive growth of cells, such as endometrial hyperplasia, which can increase the risk of uterine cancer.
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- Surgical repair Example Vaginoplasty: Surgical repair or reconstruction of the vagina, often performed for congenital abnormalities or after trauma.
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- Rapid flow of blood Example Menorrhagia: Excessive or prolonged menstrual bleeding, which may result from uterine fibroids or hormonal imbalances.
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- Suturing, repairing Example Perineorrhaphy: Surgical suturing of the perineum, often performed after childbirth to repair tears.
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- Flow, discharge Example Leukorrhea: A white or yellowish vaginal discharge, often indicating an infection or hormonal changes.
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- Creation of a new opening Example Colpostomy: The surgical creation of an opening in the vaginal wall to drain fluid or provide access for treatment.
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- Cut into, incision Example Episiotomy: A surgical incision made in the perineum to enlarge the vaginal opening during childbirth.
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