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imowrer

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A(n) ________ is an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid, forming a lump in the neck.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

The suffix that means discharge is:
 
  A) -malacia
  B) -rrhea
  C) -oma
  D) -itis


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

goiter

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: The other suffixes mean: -malacia, softening; -oma, tumor; and -itis, inflammation.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Excellent

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