Which Word Parts Do You Need to Build a Medical

question 237

Multiple Choice

Which word parts do you need to build a medical word that means "inflammation of a vein"?

• A)-ous,ven/o-
• B)-ose,varic/o-
• C)-itis, phleb/o-
• D)-oma,ather/o-

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Definitions:

Bulimia

An eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by behaviors to avoid weight gain, such as self-induced vomiting, excessive exercise, or the use of laxatives.

Hyperinsulinemia

A condition characterized by an excessive level of insulin in the blood, often associated with type 2 diabetes and obesity.

Obesity

A medical condition characterized by excessive body fat accumulation, posing significant health risks.

Metabolism Rate

The rate at which an individual's body converts food into energy, affecting how quickly or slowly they burn calories and hence influencing weight gain or loss.