The Ultimate Medical Terminology Quiz: Test Your Clinical Vocabulary

What does the suffix '-itis' usually mean in medical terms?

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What does the suffix '-itis' usually mean in medical terms?
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When you see '-itis' at the end of a medical term, it usually means there's inflammation. For example, 'arthritis' means inflammation in the joints, and 'tonsillitis' means inflammation of the tonsils. Knowing these suffixes can help you understand medical conditions better.

What does the suffix '-itis' usually mean in medical terms?

Inflammation
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