The ____ Is a Word Part at the Beginning of a Medical

question 43

Multiple Choice

The ____ is a word part at the beginning of a medical term that alters the meaning of the word root.

• A) prefix
• B) gerund
• C) suffix.
• D) combining vowel
• E) preposition

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Definitions:

Amenorrhea

The absence of menstruation in a woman of reproductive age, which can be a symptom of various medical conditions or life stages.

Perimenopausal Syndrome

A set of symptoms experienced by women that are associated with the transition period before menopause, including hormonal changes affecting physical and emotional health.

Dysmenorrhea

The medical term for painful menstrual cramps that can affect individuals during their menstrual cycle.

Menorrhagia

Excessive menstrual bleeding either in the amount or duration of flow, compared to what is normal for the individual.